MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL

MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the MINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in MINDEN, NE with about 211 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 23 teachers, MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL, located at 622 West Third in Minden, Nebraska, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the community. As the home of the "Whippets," the school is a central hub for the Minden Public Schools district, focusing on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement. The school reflects the values of a close-knit, rural Nebraska town, emphasizing a supportive environment where students are encouraged to participate in a variety of sports, fine arts, and academic organizations.

The institution is known for fostering a strong sense of school spirit and local pride, often serving as a focal point for community events and regional athletics. By maintaining relatively small class sizes, MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL aims to provide personalized attention to its students, helping them navigate their educational pathways while preparing for future careers or higher education. The facility and its staff are dedicated to upholding the district's standards of excellence, ensuring that the next generation of Minden citizens is well-equipped with the skills and character needed to succeed in an evolving world.

For more information, contact MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL at (308) 832-2254 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

622 WEST THIRD
MINDEN, NE 68959-0301
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MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in MINDEN, NE with about 211 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
211
Teachers:
23.1
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 211 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.

White
88.6%
Hispanic/Latino
11.4%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.