Serving 86 students in grades 9-12, Weeping Water High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weeping Water High School serves the entire district of Weeping Water, NE, covering an area of approximately 84.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weeping Water High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Weeping Water High School's student population of 86 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weeping Water High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weeping Water High School is 0.24, 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
#386 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weeping Water High School's ranking?
Weeping Water High School is ranked #386 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Weeping Water High School often compared to?
Weeping Water High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conestoga Jr/sr High School, Plattsmouth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weeping Water High School?
The graduation rate of Weeping Water High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Weeping Water High School?
86 students attend Weeping Water High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Weeping Water High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weeping Water High School?
Weeping Water High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Weeping Water High School offer ?
Weeping Water High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weeping Water High School part of?
Weeping Water High School is part of Weeping Water School District.
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