Serving 46 students in grades 9-12, Exeter-milligan 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exeter-milligan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Exeter-milligan High School's student population of 46 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Exeter-milligan 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 Exeter-milligan High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#565 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exeter-milligan High School's ranking?
Exeter-milligan High School is ranked #565 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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Exeter-milligan High School?
The graduation rate of Exeter-milligan High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Exeter-milligan High School?
46 students attend Exeter-milligan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Exeter-milligan High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Exeter-milligan High School?
Exeter-milligan High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Exeter-milligan High School offer ?
Exeter-milligan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Exeter-milligan High School part of?
Exeter-milligan High School is part of Exeter-Milligan School District.
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