Serving 148 students in grades 7-12, Heartland Community High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heartland Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Heartland Community High School's student population of 148 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heartland Community High School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heartland Community High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
White
93%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heartland Community High School's ranking?
Heartland Community High School is ranked #95 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heartland Community High School?
The graduation rate of Heartland Community High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Heartland Community High School?
148 students attend Heartland Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Heartland Community High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heartland Community High School?
Heartland Community High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Heartland Community High School offer ?
Heartland Community High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heartland Community High School part of?
Heartland Community High School is part of Heartland Community Schools.
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