Best Public Schools in Hebron, NE

The city of Hebron, Nebraska is home to two schools - Thayer Central Elementary and Thayer Central High School, both part of the Thayer Central Community Schools district. The data shows that Thayer Central High School is a standout performer, ranking 29th out of 146 Nebraska high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Thayer Central High School demonstrates strong academic outcomes, with 61.54% of 11th graders proficient or better in ACT English, Math, and Science - significantly higher than state averages. The school also maintains a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 87.9% and lower chronic absenteeism compared to the elementary school. In contrast, Thayer Central Elementary has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past few years, though it still maintains a 4-star rating.

Both schools show impressive test scores, with Thayer Central Elementary students performing significantly better than state averages on NSCAS English Language Arts and Math assessments. However, the relatively high chronic absenteeism rates at both schools are an area of concern. The funding and resource levels appear comparable between the two schools, with similar per-student spending and student-teacher ratios. The higher free/reduced lunch rate at the elementary school may indicate greater economic challenges faced by families with younger children in the Hebron community.