Mitchell High School is located in Mitchell, Nebraska, United States. In the 2005–06 school year, the school had a population of about 305 students in grades 7–12. Mitchell High School is a member of the Nebraska School Activities Association. The socioeconomic status of the students is low-middle to middle income.
Serving 261 students in grades 7-12, Mitchell Secondary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mitchell Secondary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mitchell Secondary 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 Mitchell Secondary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
16%
23%
White
81%
61%
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
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Secondary School's ranking?
Mitchell Secondary School is ranked #183 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Mitchell Secondary School often compared to?
Mitchell Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gering High School, Scottsbluff Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Mitchell Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Mitchell Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mitchell Secondary School?
261 students attend Mitchell Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mitchell Secondary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Secondary School?
Mitchell Secondary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mitchell Secondary School offer ?
Mitchell Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mitchell Secondary School part of?
Mitchell Secondary School is part of Mitchell School District.
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