Arlington High School is a public high school in Arlington, Nebraska, United States, operated by Arlington Public Schools.
Serving 341 students in grades 7-12, Arlington High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arlington High School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Maroon, Yellow
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Empowering students for life-long learning.
School Rankings
Arlington High School 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 Arlington High School is 0.36, 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
#278 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: American Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington High School's ranking?
Arlington High School is ranked #278 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Arlington High School often compared to?
Arlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlington High School?
The graduation rate of Arlington High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arlington High School?
341 students attend Arlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Arlington High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington High School?
Arlington High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlington High School offer ?
Arlington High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington High School part of?
Arlington High School is part of Arlington School District.
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