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Holdrege High School

Q: Is Holdrege High School a good school?

Holdrege High School ranks 48 th of 146 Nebraska high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 9-12

48^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 146 Nebraska High Schools

Better than 67% of Nebraska high schools

Summary

Holdrege High School is a public high school in Holdrege, Nebraska, serving 315 students in grades 9-12. The school has demonstrated a mix of academic performance over the past decade, with rankings ranging from 48th to 140th out of Nebraska high schools.

Holdrege High School consistently outperforms the state average in ACT proficiency rates across English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. The school also maintains high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 87.9% to 98.5% over the past few years, which are generally higher than the state average. Additionally, the school's performance for specific student groups, such as female, male, and low-income students, is relatively strong compared to other Nebraska high schools. This suggests a focus on academic rigor, effective teaching practices, and inclusive practices that benefit all learners.

When compared to nearby schools, Axtell High School has consistently outperformed Holdrege High School in the state rankings, with a higher number of 4 and 5-star ratings. In contrast, Elm Creek High School and Bertrand High School have generally lower state rankings and academic performance compared to Holdrege High School. Overall, Holdrege High School stands out as a strong-performing school in the region, with consistent academic excellence, high graduation rates, and equitable outcomes for various student subgroups.

337

Students ?

11.6

Student/teacher ratio ?

$20,048

Per pupil spending ?

33.8%

Free/discounted lunch ?

600 12th Ave
Holdrege, NE 68949-1859

(308) 995-6558

District: Holdrege Public Schools

Feeder schools for Holdrege High School:

Elementary:	Holdrege Elementary School
Middle:	Holdrege Middle School

Racial breakdown:

White:

83.1%

Hispanic:

12.8%

Two or more races:

2.4%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 63rd percentile in 2015 → 67th in 2025

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Nebraska average (59% vs 44% meeting standards)

✓97% graduate in 4 years — above the Nebraska average (88%)

✓Above the Nebraska median (67th percentile)

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school59%

District avg59%

Nebraska avg44%

48^th of 146

Nebraska public high schools ?

Top 33%▲ up 4 pts since 2015

From top 37% (2015) to top 33% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nebraska percentile	Rating
2025	69.3	48 of 146	67.1%	★★★☆☆
2024	49.6	92 of 168	45.2%	★★☆☆☆
2023	54.9	96 of 215	55.3%	★★★☆☆
2022	46.3	112 of 202	44.6%	★★☆☆☆
2021	74.0	51 of 209	75.6%	★★★★☆
2019	50.7	107 of 217	50.7%	★★★☆☆
2018	38.2	140 of 219	36.1%	★★☆☆☆
2017	66.8	69 of 219	68.5%	★★★☆☆
2016	69.1	69 of 246	72.0%	★★★★☆
2015	59.7	90 of 242	62.8%	★★★☆☆
2014	63.7	93 of 247	62.3%	★★★☆☆
2013	53.8	109 of 247	55.9%	★★★☆☆
2012	68.9	58 of 245	76.3%	★★★★☆
2011	71.8	57 of 252	77.4%	★★★★☆
2010	70.0	53 of 249	78.7%	★★★★☆
2009	29.0	216 of 251	13.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2008	68.3	65 of 252	74.2%	★★★★☆
2007	35.8	205 of 247	17.0%	★☆☆☆☆
2006	46.2	167 of 249	32.9%	★★☆☆☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nebraska percentile	Rating
2025	86.2	7 of 66	89.4%	★★★★★
2024	48.2	52 of 93	44.1%	★★☆☆☆
2023	57.3	58 of 136	57.4%	★★★☆☆
2022	72.3	28 of 132	78.8%	★★★★☆
2021	67.8	43 of 138	68.8%	★★★☆☆
2019	40.6	88 of 142	38.0%	★★☆☆☆
2018	32.7	98 of 144	31.9%	★★☆☆☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nebraska percentile	Rating
2024	68.7	18 of 62	71.0%	★★★★☆
2023	30.1	57 of 89	36.0%	★★☆☆☆
2019	49.4	34 of 82	58.5%	★★★☆☆
2018	23.9	64 of 79	19.0%	★☆☆☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nebraska percentile	Rating
2025	74.1	19 of 66	71.2%	★★★★☆
2024	61.5	44 of 93	52.7%	★★★☆☆
2023	47.8	72 of 135	46.7%	★★☆☆☆
2022	24.7	99 of 135	26.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2021	68.0	35 of 130	73.1%	★★★★☆
2019	57.7	60 of 140	57.1%	★★★☆☆
2018	44.3	75 of 138	45.7%	★★☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Nebraska percentile	Rating
2025	72.0	27 of 113	76.1%	★★★★☆
2024	50.3	63 of 125	49.6%	★★★☆☆
2023	57.1	84 of 206	59.2%	★★★☆☆
2022	42.5	116 of 196	40.8%	★★☆☆☆
2021	68.3	58 of 200	71.0%	★★★★☆
2019	47.6	109 of 207	47.3%	★★☆☆☆
2018	31.4	149 of 205	27.3%	★☆☆☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Female (2025)89th percentile+22 vs school

White (2025)76th percentile+9 vs school

Male (2025)71st percentile+4 vs school

Low Socio Economic Status (2024)71st percentile+26 vs school

By subject vs Nebraska (2024-2025) ?

Science70%+23 vs state

English Language Arts57%+14 vs state

Mathematics51%+10 vs state

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Schools Near Holdrege High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				NSCAS English Language Arts (2025)			NSCAS Mathematics (2025)			ACT English Language Arts (2025)	ACT Mathematics (2025)	ACT Science (2025)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	NSCAS English Language Arts 7th Grade	NSCAS English Language Arts 8th Grade	NSCAS English Language Arts All Grades	NSCAS Mathematics 7th Grade	NSCAS Mathematics 8th Grade	NSCAS Mathematics All Grades	ACT English Language Arts 11th Grade	ACT Mathematics 11th Grade	ACT Science 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Holdrege High School	Public	9-12	600 12th Ave	Holdrege	68949	Phelps County	Holdrege Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(308) 995-6558	337	29	11.6	33.8%	280 (83.1%)	0 (0.0%)	43 (12.8%)	3 (0.9%)	3 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (2.4%)	69.3	48^th of 146 public high schools	67.1%		49.6	92^nd of 168 public high schools	45.2%	44							56.8	51.4	70.3	$20,048	$118	$16,447
Loomis Secondary School	Public	7-12	101 Bryan St	Loomis	68958	Phelps County	Loomis Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(308) 876-2111	119	12	9.8	28.6%	104 (87.4%)	1 (0.8%)	12 (10.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.7%)								(n/a)			75.0			80.0				$20,406	$513	$17,504
Wilcox-Hildreth Junior/Senior High School	Public	9-12	404 E Sapp St	Wilcox	68982	Kearney County	Wilcox-Hildreth Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(308) 478-5265	76	12	6.1		72 (94.7%)	1 (1.3%)	3 (3.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	69.8	47^th of 146 public high schools	67.8%		53.9	81^st of 168 public high schools	51.8%	34								55.0	65.0	$28,320	$269	$23,946
Axtell High School	Public	7-12	500 Main St	Axtell	68924	Kearney County	Axtell Community Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(308) 743-2415	135	16	8.6	26.7%	127 (94.1%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (3.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (3.0%)								(n/a)	74.1		78.0			82.0			63.6	$22,059	$293	$18,762
Bertrand High School	Public	7-12	503 School St	Bertrand	68927	Phelps County	Bertrand Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(308) 472-3427	115	11	10.3	53.0%	99 (86.1%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (13.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)			73.0							$24,219	$499	$20,255
Elm Creek High School	Public	7-12	230 East Calkins Avenue	Elm Creek	68836	Buffalo County	Elm Creek Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(308) 856-4300	149	14	10.8	24.2%	141 (94.6%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (4.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.3%)								(n/a)	66.7	78.1	73.6	66.7	78.1	73.6				$20,237	$1,904	$15,889

Frequently Asked Questions about Holdrege High School

How many students attend Holdrege High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 337 students attended Holdrege High School.

Is Holdrege High School a good school?

Holdrege High School ranks 48^th of 146 Nebraska high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

What district is Holdrege High School in?

Holdrege Public Schools

What is the racial makeup of Holdrege High School?

Students at Holdrege High School are 83% White, 13% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races.

What schools feed into Holdrege High School?

Holdrege High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Holdrege Elementary School
Middle : Holdrege Middle School

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