Serving 226 students in grades 6-8, Wahoo Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wahoo Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Wahoo school district, encompassing approximately 193.7 square miles around Wahoo, NE. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge being 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wahoo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wahoo Middle School's student population of 226 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wahoo Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wahoo Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
61%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wahoo Middle School's ranking?
Wahoo Middle School is ranked #181 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wahoo Middle School?
226 students attend Wahoo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wahoo Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wahoo Middle School?
Wahoo Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wahoo Middle School offer ?
Wahoo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wahoo Middle School part of?
Wahoo Middle School is part of Wahoo School District.
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