Serving 448 students in grades 9-12, Mc Cook Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mc Cook Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mc Cook Senior High School's student population of 448 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mc Cook Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mc Cook Senior High School is 0.20, 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
#357 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
61%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mc Cook Senior High School's ranking?
Mc Cook Senior High School is ranked #357 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mc Cook Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Mc Cook Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mc Cook Senior High School?
448 students attend Mc Cook Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mc Cook Senior High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mc Cook Senior High School?
Mc Cook Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mc Cook Senior High School offer ?
Mc Cook Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mc Cook Senior High School part of?
Mc Cook Senior High School is part of MC Cook School District.
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