Serving 64 students in grades 7-12, Stapleton 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stapleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Stapleton High School's student population of 64 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Broncos
School Rankings
Stapleton 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 Stapleton High School is 0.33, 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
#143 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Stapleton High School's ranking?
Stapleton High School is ranked #143 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?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stapleton High School?
The graduation rate of Stapleton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Stapleton High School?
64 students attend Stapleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Stapleton High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stapleton High School?
Stapleton High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stapleton High School offer ?
Stapleton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stapleton High School part of?
Stapleton High School is part of Stapleton School District.
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