Serving 152 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- 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
School Overview
Heartland Community High School's student population of 152 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heartland Community High School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heartland Community High School's ranking?
Heartland Community High School is ranked #145 out of 902 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
152 students attend Heartland Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Heartland Community High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 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 10:1, 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
What school district is Heartland Community High School part of?
Heartland Community High School is part of Heartland Community Schools School District.
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