Wakefield High School is one of five public high schools located in Arlington, Virginia, United States, closely bordering Alexandria. It has 152 teachers and 2,716 students in grades 9–12 as of the 2023–2024 academic year.
Serving 241 students in grades 7-12, Wakefield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wakefield High School's student population of 241 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Black, Kelly green
School Rankings
Wakefield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wakefield High School is 0.48, 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
#384 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
61%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
39%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakefield High School's ranking?
Wakefield High School is ranked #384 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakefield High School?
The graduation rate of Wakefield High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wakefield High School?
241 students attend Wakefield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wakefield High School students are Hispanic, and 39% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakefield High School?
Wakefield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wakefield High School offer ?
Wakefield High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakefield High School part of?
Wakefield High School is part of Wakefield School District.
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