Serving 60 students in grades 7-12, Thedford 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thedford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thedford High School's student population of 60 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Thedford Public Schools will prepare students for the challenges of life with an environment that fosters positive educational growth.
School Rankings
Thedford 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 Thedford 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
#783 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Thedford High School's ranking?
Thedford High School is ranked #783 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thedford High School?
The graduation rate of Thedford High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Thedford High School?
60 students attend Thedford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Thedford High School students are White, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thedford High School?
Thedford High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thedford High School offer ?
Thedford High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thedford High School part of?
Thedford High School is part of Thedford School District.
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