Lyons-Decatur Northeast Schools

The Lyons-Decatur Northeast Schools district in Nebraska consists of two schools: Northeast Elementary At Lyons, serving grades PK-6, and Northeast Secondary School, serving grades 7-12. The district serves a predominantly white student population, with both schools reporting high free and reduced lunch rates, indicating a relatively economically disadvantaged student body.

Northeast Secondary School stands out for its impressive test scores, particularly in English Language Arts, where 50% of 11th-grade students were proficient or better on the ACT exam, compared to the state average of 33.35%. The high school also outperformed the state in ACT Math and Science. In contrast, Northeast Elementary At Lyons has maintained a consistent 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, ranking in the top half of Nebraska elementary schools, with strong performance in English Language Arts and Science proficiency.

Both schools in the Lyons-Decatur Northeast Schools district have relatively high spending per student, significantly above the state average. However, the high school's statewide ranking has declined from 20th to 81st in recent years, suggesting potential concerns about the efficiency and effectiveness of the district's resource utilization. Additionally, the racial homogeneity of the student populations may limit diversity and exposure to different cultural perspectives, an area the district could explore to promote inclusivity and representation.