Serving 331 students in grades 7-12, Pierce Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (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 13:1 is higher 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierce Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pierce Jr/sr High School's student population of 331 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Mascot
Bluejays
School Rankings
Pierce Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce Jr/sr 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
#231 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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: Bluejays
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Pierce Jr/sr High School is ranked #231 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Pierce Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Pierce Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pierce Jr/sr High School?
331 students attend Pierce Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pierce Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierce Jr/sr High School?
Pierce Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pierce Jr/sr High School offer ?
Pierce Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce Jr/sr High School part of?
Pierce Jr/sr High School is part of Pierce Public Schools.
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