Leyton High School is a school located in Dalton, Nebraska. The school's sports teams are named the Leyton Warriors. Their colors are cardinal and gold. The Warriors participate in wrestling, football, basketball, track and golf. The Lady Warriors participate in volleyball, basketball, track, and golf.
Serving 53 students in grades 9-12, Leyton 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leyton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Leyton High School's student population of 53 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Leyton 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 Leyton High School is 0.15, 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
#600 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
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
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Leyton High School's ranking?
Leyton High School is ranked #600 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leyton High School?
The graduation rate of Leyton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leyton High School?
53 students attend Leyton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Leyton High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leyton High School?
Leyton High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leyton High School offer ?
Leyton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leyton High School part of?
Leyton High School is part of Leyton ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
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