Serving 111 students in grades 7-12, Deshler High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Deshler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
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Deshler High School's student population of 111 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Deshler High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deshler High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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What is Deshler High School's ranking?
Deshler High School is ranked #468 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deshler High School?
The graduation rate of Deshler High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Deshler High School?
111 students attend Deshler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Deshler High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deshler High School?
Deshler High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Deshler High School offer ?
Deshler High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deshler High School part of?
Deshler High School is part of Deshler Public Schools.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025Great high school! The last in Thayer county to not be consolidated. Newer facility with great teachers and wonderful class sizes. The teachers really care about you and are dedicated to their job. Opportunities are plentiful here.Review Deshler High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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Great high school! The last in Thayer county to not be consolidated. Newer facility with great teachers and wonderful class sizes. The teachers really care about you and are dedicated to their job. Opportunities are plentiful here.
Review Deshler High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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