Below Average
#748 of 967 schools in NE
Gering High School
High School · GERING PUBLIC SCHOOLS
1500 U ST, Gering, NE 69341
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#748 of 967
In Gering
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
GERING PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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About Gering High School
Gering High School is a public high school in Gering, NE, part of GERING PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Gering High School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Gering High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #748 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Gering High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gering High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Gering High School — Students at Gering High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.1%
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: 6.5/10.
How Gering High School Compares
See how Gering High School 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
1500 U ST, Gering, NE 69341
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gering High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Minatare), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Scottsbluff), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gering, see our Gering schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| GERING EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Gering | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| NORTHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| GERING MIDDLE SCHOOL Gering | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WESTERN NEBRASKA Scottsbluff | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| WESTMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LINCOLN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCH Scottsbluff | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff | 2.8 mi | 3.2 |
| HOME BASED Scottsbluff | 2.7 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff | 2.7 mi | — |
| SCOTTSBLUFF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 3.2 mi | — |
| WESTERN NEBRASK CHILD DEV CENTER (WNCDC) Scottsbluff | 3.4 mi | — |
| MERIDIAN SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 4.0 mi | — |
| LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL Minatare | 7.8 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 69341 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,142
Median Home Value
$169,600
Median Rent
$815/mo
Population
10,721
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
13.6 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PLATTSMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Plattsmouth, NE | 4.7 |
| CRETE HIGH SCHOOL Crete, NE | 4.5 |
| VJ & ANGELA SKUTT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 5.2 |
| ALLIANCE HIGH SCHOOL Alliance, NE | 5.3 |
| BEATRICE HIGH SCHOOL Beatrice, NE | 5.3 |
| SCHUYLER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Schuyler, NE | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gering High School
What grades does Gering High School serve?
Gering High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gering High School?
Gering High School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gering High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gering High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gering High School rank in NE?
Gering High School ranks #748 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Gering High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gering High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Gering High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gering High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gering High School a charter school?
No, Gering High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gering High School a Title I school?
No, Gering High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gering High School?
48.1% of students at Gering High School 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
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Scotts Bluff County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (308) 436-3121
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
GERING PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 2,020
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,616
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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