Summary:
O'Neill Public Schools operates a single high school, O'Neill High School, which serves students in grades 9-12 in the rural community of O'Neill, Nebraska. This standout school has consistently outperformed the state average on standardized tests, with a higher percentage of students proficient or better in core subjects like English, Math, and Science. Additionally, the school boasts a commendable four-year graduation rate of 87.9%, exceeding the state average.
O'Neill High School's academic excellence is further evidenced by its improvement in statewide rankings, moving from 133 out of 215 Nebraska high schools in 2022-2023 to 27 out of 146 in 2024-2025. This progress is reflected in the school's SchoolDigger star rating, which has increased from 2 to 4 stars over the same period. With a relatively small student population of 365 and a low student-teacher ratio of 11.5, the school provides a personalized learning environment, supported by higher-than-average spending per student of $20,693.
However, the school faces some challenges, including a chronic absenteeism rate of 19.3% for the 2024-2025 school year, which is higher than the state average. Additionally, nearly half (49.86%) of the school's students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in the 2023-2024 school year, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. Despite these obstacles, O'Neill Public Schools and O'Neill High School have demonstrated a commitment to providing a high-quality education and supporting student success.
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