West Hastings High School

4200 2nd St
Hastings, NE 68901
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 14 students in grades 9-12, West Hastings High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 14 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : <50% (Top 1% in NE)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Hastings High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

School Overview

West Hastings High School's student population of 14 students has grown by 133% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
14 students
This chart display total students of West Hastings High School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
This chart display the total teachers of West Hastings High School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart display the students of West Hastings High School by grade.

School Rankings

The diversity score of West Hastings High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NE)
(18-19)
<50%
52%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of West Hastings High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
(18-19)
<50%
52%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Hastings High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
This chart display the student teacher ratio of West Hastings High School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart display the percentage of American Indian students in West Hastings High School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Asian
n/a
3%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in West Hastings High School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Hispanic
21%
21%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in West Hastings High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
50%
7%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in West Hastings High School and the percentage of Black public school students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
29%
64%
This chart display the percentage of White students in West Hastings High School and the percentage of White public school students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
This chart display the percentage of students of two or more races in West Hastings High School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in West Hastings High School.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in NE.
0.63
This chart display the diversity score of West Hastings High School and the public school average diversity score of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(18-19)
<50%
85%
This chart display graduation rate of West Hastings High School and public school graduation rate of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in West Hastings High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
94%
10%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Hastings High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2008-09 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Hastings High School?
The graduation rate of West Hastings High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Hastings High School?
14 students attend West Hastings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Hastings High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, and 21% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hastings High School?
West Hastings High School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Hastings High School offer ?
West Hastings High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Hastings High School part of?
West Hastings High School is part of West Hastings Schools (Dhhs) School District.

School Reviews

Review West Hastings 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
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Public Schools in a Minute
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a Minute
Explore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 14 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Quick Links