Lincoln Northeast High School is a public high school in Lincoln, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Lincoln Public Schools district and was established in 1941 when three rival schools were combined into one.
Serving 1,769 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln Northeast 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 27% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Northeast High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lincoln Northeast High School's student population of 1,769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1941
Colors
White, Black
School Rankings
Lincoln Northeast 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 Lincoln Northeast High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#842 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Northeast High School's ranking?
Lincoln Northeast High School is ranked #842 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lincoln Northeast High School often compared to?
Lincoln Northeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Northeast High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Northeast High School is 72%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln Northeast High School?
1,769 students attend Lincoln Northeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lincoln Northeast High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Northeast High School?
Lincoln Northeast High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln Northeast High School offer ?
Lincoln Northeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Northeast High School part of?
Lincoln Northeast High School is part of Lincoln School District.
School Reviews
5 10/9/2020
Great school. Fun, but academically challenging.
5 4/27/2015
Great school, in all honesty. So many teachers that care and would do so much to help you succeed. The coaches are also some of the best. LNE believes in living above the line. They believe that family comes first, then grades, then sports. Once a rocket, always a rocket. I'm moving and wont be able to graduate from here, and I'm pretty upset about that. I'm so proud to say that I went here. Never seen a school with so much pride. The music, art, and sports here are some of the best. So many talented and welcoming students.
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