Hastings High School is a public secondary school located in Hastings, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Hastings Public Schools school district. Other area high schools are St. Cecilia High School and Adams Central Junior-Senior High School. HHS is the largest of the three.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (22-23)
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1884
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
43%
7%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Hastings High School?
14 students attend West Hastings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Hastings High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 28% of students are White.
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 School District.
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