Serving 127 students in grades 7-12, Mccool Junction Jr-sr 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School's student population of 127 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Mccool Junction Jr-sr 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 Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School is 0.12, 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
#602 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
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
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School is ranked #602 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School?
127 students attend Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School?
Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School offer ?
Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School part of?
Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School is part of MC Cool Junction School District.
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