Serving 174 students in grades 7-12, Hemingford High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hemingford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Hemingford High School's student population of 174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hemingford 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 Hemingford High School is 0.27, 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
#576 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemingford High School's ranking?
Hemingford High School is ranked #576 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hemingford High School?
The graduation rate of Hemingford High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hemingford High School?
174 students attend Hemingford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hemingford High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hemingford High School?
Hemingford High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hemingford High School offer ?
Hemingford High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hemingford High School part of?
Hemingford High School is part of Hemingford School District.
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