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Scottsbluff Senior High School

High School · SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS

313 E 27TH ST, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Enrollment

1,062

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#718 of 967

In Scottsbluff

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Scottsbluff Senior High School

5.0/10

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About Scottsbluff Senior High School

Scottsbluff Senior High School is a public high school in Scottsbluff, NE, part of SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Scottsbluff Senior High School serves approximately 1,062 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Scottsbluff Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #718 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Scottsbluff Senior High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below NE schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • NE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Scottsbluff 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate85%
AP Participation9.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,908
Chronic Absenteeism46.5%

Scottsbluff Senior High School — Students at Scottsbluff Senior High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
42%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Scottsbluff Senior High School Compares

See how Scottsbluff Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in NE
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
17
9 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
9.1% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
9 boys'·8 girls'·35 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

313 E 27TH ST, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scottsbluff Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Minatare), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Gering), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scottsbluff, see our Scottsbluff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff 0.2 mi 3.2
ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.4 mi 6.7
BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.4 mi 4.9
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.5 mi 7.7
VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.6 mi
LINCOLN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCH Scottsbluff 0.6 mi 6.3
WESTERN NEBRASK CHILD DEV CENTER (WNCDC) Scottsbluff 0.9 mi
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff 1.1 mi 5.6
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WESTERN NEBRASKA Scottsbluff 1.2 mi 6.4
HOME BASED Scottsbluff 1.1 mi
EARLY LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff 1.1 mi
MERIDIAN SCHOOL Scottsbluff 1.3 mi
WESTMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff 1.3 mi 6.8
NORTHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 2.6 mi 5.1
GERING HIGH SCHOOL Gering 3.0 mi 4.7
GERING MIDDLE SCHOOL Gering 3.4 mi 3.7
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 3.4 mi 6.8
GERING EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Gering 3.4 mi 3.0
GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 4.2 mi 7.8
LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL Minatare 6.7 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 69361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,531

Median Home Value

$154,400

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

16,965

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

60.3%

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

38.5

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VJ & ANGELA SKUTT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Omaha, NE 5.2
BEATRICE HIGH SCHOOL Beatrice, NE 5.3
HASTINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hastings, NE 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scottsbluff Senior High School

What grades does Scottsbluff Senior High School serve?

Scottsbluff Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Scottsbluff Senior High School?

Scottsbluff Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,062 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scottsbluff Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Scottsbluff Senior High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scottsbluff Senior High School rank in NE?

Scottsbluff Senior High School ranks #718 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Scottsbluff Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scottsbluff Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Scottsbluff Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scottsbluff Senior High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Scottsbluff Senior High School a charter school?

No, Scottsbluff Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Scottsbluff Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Scottsbluff Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scottsbluff Senior High School?

59.7% of students at Scottsbluff 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,062
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Scotts Bluff County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.5%
4-Year Graduation
85.0%

District

SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,445
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,908
District Rank
#6 of 8

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