Ogallala High School is a secondary school located in Ogallala, Nebraska, United States.
Serving 237 students in grades 9-12, Ogallala High School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ogallala High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ogallala High School's student population of 237 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ogallala High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ogallala High School is 0.31, 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
#625 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
82%
61%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ogallala High School's ranking?
Ogallala High School is ranked #625 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ogallala High School?
The graduation rate of Ogallala High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ogallala High School?
237 students attend Ogallala High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ogallala High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ogallala High School?
Ogallala High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ogallala High School offer ?
Ogallala High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ogallala High School part of?
Ogallala High School is part of Ogallala School District.
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