Average
#676 of 967 schools in NE
Hastings Senior High School
High School · HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
1100 W 14TH ST, Hastings, NE 68901
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#676 of 967
In Hastings
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hastings Senior High School
Hastings Senior High School is a public high school in Hastings, NE, part of HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Hastings Senior High School serves approximately 1,025 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hastings Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #676 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Hastings Senior High School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- NE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hastings Senior 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.
44% of students at Hastings Senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hastings Senior High School — Students at Hastings Senior High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
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: 8.9/10.
How Hastings Senior High School Compares
See how Hastings Senior 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
1100 W 14TH ST, Hastings, NE 68901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hastings Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CECILIA MIDDLE SCH/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADAMS CENTRAL JR-SR HIGH SCH (rated 7.9/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DONIPHAN-TRUMBULL SECONDARY (rated 7.3/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Doniphan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hastings, see our Hastings schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| MORTON EARLY LEARNING CENTER Hastings | 0.8 mi | — |
| RAYMOND A WATSON ELEM SCHOOL Hastings | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ST CECILIA MIDDLE SCH/HIGH SCHOOL Hastings | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ALCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ST MICHAEL'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ZION CLASSICAL ACADEMY Hastings | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ADAMS CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 3.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ADAMS CENTRAL JR-SR HIGH SCH Hastings | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| ADAMS CENTRAL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Juniata | 5.7 mi | 3.4 |
| DONIPHAN-TRUMBULL SECONDARY Doniphan | 11.8 mi | 7.3 |
| DONIPHAN-TRUMBULL ELEMENTARY Doniphan | 11.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juniata | 10.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SILVER LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Roseland | 12.6 mi | 5.6 |
| KENESAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kenesaw | 13.5 mi | 6.0 |
| KENESAW SECONDARY SCHOOL Kenesaw | 13.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CEDAR HOLLOW SCHOOL Grand Island | 17.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,547
Median Home Value
$181,800
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
26,208
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
15 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEATRICE HIGH SCHOOL Beatrice, NE | 5.3 |
| SCHUYLER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Schuyler, NE | 5.3 |
| BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL Bellevue, NE | 5.2 |
| VJ & ANGELA SKUTT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 5.2 |
| PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 5.4 |
| SCOTTSBLUFF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scottsbluff, NE | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hastings Senior High School
What grades does Hastings Senior High School serve?
Hastings Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hastings Senior High School?
Hastings Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,025 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hastings Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hastings Senior High School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hastings Senior High School rank in NE?
Hastings Senior High School ranks #676 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Hastings Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hastings Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Hastings Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hastings Senior High School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hastings Senior High School a charter school?
No, Hastings Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hastings Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Hastings Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hastings Senior High School?
56.5% of students at Hastings Senior 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
- 1,025
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Adams County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (402) 461-7550
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,740
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,831
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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