Serving 139 students in grades 7-12, High School At Brainard ranks in the top 50% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School At Brainard ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
High School At Brainard's student population of 139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
High School At Brainard ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School At Brainard is 0.08, 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
#312 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
62%
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
7%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School At Brainard's ranking?
High School At Brainard is ranked #312 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School At Brainard?
The graduation rate of High School At Brainard is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School At Brainard?
139 students attend High School At Brainard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of High School At Brainard students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School At Brainard?
High School At Brainard has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does High School At Brainard offer ?
High School At Brainard offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is High School At Brainard part of?
High School At Brainard is part of East Butler School District.
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