Serving 208 students in grades 7-12, West Holt High School ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 10:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WEST HOLT HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district in Atkinson, NE, encompassing approximately 923 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 30.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Holt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Holt High School's student population of 208 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating the Whole Person Through Relationship-Based Education
School Rankings
West Holt 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 West Holt High 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
#294 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Hispanic
9%
23%
White
89%
61%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Holt High School's ranking?
West Holt High School is ranked #294 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are West Holt High School often compared to?
West Holt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O'neill High School, Stuart High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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 West Holt High School?
The graduation rate of West Holt High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend West Holt High School?
208 students attend West Holt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Holt High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Holt High School?
West Holt High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Holt High School offer ?
West Holt High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Holt High School part of?
West Holt High School is part of West Holt School District.
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