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Sidney High School

High School · SIDNEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

1101 21ST AVE, Sidney, NE 69162

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#570 of 967

In Sidney

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

SIDNEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Sidney High School

6.0/10

High School in Sidney · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Sidney High School

Sidney High School is a public high school in Sidney, NE, part of SIDNEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Sidney High School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sidney High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #570 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Sidney High School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below NE schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation9.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,629
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Sidney High School — Students at Sidney High School score 44% 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

46.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.7% (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
97.5%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Sidney High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
41th percentile in NE
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
5.8/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
9.9% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·8 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

1101 21ST AVE, Sidney, NE 69162

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sidney High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. POTTER-DIX JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Potter), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fleming High School (rated 8.0/10, 32.6 miles away, in nearby Fleming), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEYTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Dalton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sidney, see our Sidney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

18 within 39.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SIDNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Sidney 0.1 mi 6.1
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sidney 0.2 mi 7.7
NORTH WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sidney 0.5 mi 6.2
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sidney 0.4 mi 6.5
SOUTH WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sidney 0.8 mi 6.8
LEYTON ELEMENTARY/JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gurley 12.4 mi 8.7
Peetz Elementary School Peetz 14.2 mi 7.7
Peetz Junior-Senior High School Peetz 14.2 mi 6.6
LEYTON HIGH SCHOOL Dalton 18.3 mi 7.7
Caliche Junior-Senior High School Iliff 22.1 mi 6.6
Caliche Elementary School Iliff 22.1 mi 5.2
POTTER-DIX JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Potter 17.3 mi 8.2
Fleming Elementary School Fleming 32.6 mi 5.5
Fleming High School Fleming 32.6 mi 8.0
POTTER-DIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dix 26.7 mi 8.5
Hagen Early Education Center Sterling 36.0 mi 3.1
Haxtun Jr/Sr High School Haxtun 39.0 mi 5.9
Haxtun Elementary School Haxtun 39.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 69162 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,147

Median Home Value

$140,400

Median Rent

$914/mo

Population

7,169

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

60.7%

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

40.2

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School Rating
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CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OF KEARNEY Kearney, NE 5.9
ELKHORN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Tilden, NE 6.1
GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL Gothenburg, NE 5.9
BATTLE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Battle Creek, NE 5.8
HIGH SCHOOL AT TEKAMAH Tekamah, NE 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sidney High School

What grades does Sidney High School serve?

Sidney High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Sidney High School?

Sidney High School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sidney High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sidney High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sidney High School rank in NE?

Sidney High School ranks #570 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Sidney High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sidney High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Sidney High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sidney High School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sidney High School a charter school?

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

Is Sidney High School a Title I school?

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

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

46.1% of students at Sidney 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Cheyenne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

SIDNEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
1,222
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,629
District Rank
#6 of 6

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