Below Average
#776 of 967 schools in NE
Falls City Senior High
High School · FALLS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
1400 FULTON, Falls City, NE 68355
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#776 of 967
In Falls City
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
FALLS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Falls City Senior High
High School in Falls City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Falls City Senior High
Falls City Senior High is a public high school in Falls City, NE, part of FALLS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Falls City Senior High serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Falls City Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #776 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Falls City Senior High show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NE avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Falls City Senior High — Students at Falls City Senior High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Falls City Senior High Compares
See how Falls City Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1400 FULTON, Falls City, NE 68355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Falls City Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ROCK PORT HIGH (rated 8.0/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby Rock Port), which scores notably higher. Another option is HTRS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Humboldt), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAIRFAX HIGH (rated 7.7/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Fairfax), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Falls City, see our Falls City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FALLS CITY SOUTH ELEMENTARY Falls City | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Falls City | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| FALLS CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Falls City | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| FALLS CITY NORTH ELEMENTARY Falls City | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Hiawatha Elem Hiawatha | 14.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Hiawatha Sr High Hiawatha | 14.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Hiawatha Middle School Hiawatha | 14.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Sabetha Elementary School Sabetha | 15.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Sabetha Middle School Sabetha | 15.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Sabetha High School Sabetha | 15.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CRAIG ELEM. Craig | 15.0 mi | — |
| CRAIG HIGH Craig | 15.0 mi | — |
| Kickapoo Nation School Powhattan | 20.8 mi | — |
| FAIRFAX ELEM. Fairfax | 22.2 mi | 6.5 |
| FAIRFAX HIGH Fairfax | 22.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ROCK PORT ELEM. Rock Port | 24.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCK PORT HIGH Rock Port | 24.6 mi | 8.0 |
| HTRS HIGH SCHOOL Humboldt | 20.1 mi | 7.8 |
| HTRS MIDDLE SCHOOL Humboldt | 20.1 mi | 6.7 |
| HTRS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Humboldt | 20.1 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,065
Median Home Value
$97,700
Median Rent
$718/mo
Population
4,872
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
41.8
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| JOHNSON CO CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Tecumseh, NE | 4.9 |
| SUMMERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Ewing, NE | 5.1 |
| WINNEBAGO HIGH SCHOOL Winnebago, NE | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Falls City Senior High
What grades does Falls City Senior High serve?
Falls City Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Falls City Senior High?
Falls City Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Falls City Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Falls City Senior High is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Falls City Senior High rank in NE?
Falls City Senior High ranks #776 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Falls City Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Falls City Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Falls City Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Falls City Senior High has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Falls City Senior High a charter school?
No, Falls City Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Falls City Senior High a Title I school?
No, Falls City Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Falls City Senior High?
53.3% of students at Falls City Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 225
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Richardson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (402) 245-2116
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
FALLS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 902
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,981
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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