GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL
GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the GOTHENBURG PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in GOTHENBURG, NE with about 441 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 32 teachers, GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL, located at 1322 Avenue I in Gothenburg, Nebraska, serves as the primary educational hub for students in grades 7 through 12 within the Gothenburg Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a supportive academic environment that balances rigorous college-preparatory coursework with vocational and technical opportunities. As a cornerstone of the local community, the institution emphasizes student growth both in the classroom and through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs designed to build leadership and character.
The school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Gothenburg, prioritizing a close-knit culture where faculty and staff focus on individualized student success. By providing a diverse curriculum and maintaining a commitment to modern educational standards, GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL aims to prepare its graduates for success in post-secondary education, the military, or the workforce. Its location in Dawson County positions it as a vital resource for the region, reflecting the values of a community dedicated to the long-term achievement and well-being of its youth.
For more information, contact GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL at (308) 537-3651 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GOTHENBURG, NE 69138-1799
(308) 537-3651
GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL is a public school in GOTHENBURG, NE with about 441 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- GOTHENBURG PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 441
- Teachers:
- 32.07
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 441 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending GOTHENBURG SECONDARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.
- White
- 89.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.5%
- Two or more races
- 0.9%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.7%
- Male
- 48.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.