Serving 197 students in grades 7-12, West Holt High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Holt High School's student population of 197 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Holt High School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Holt High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#137 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #137 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Holt High School?
The graduation rate of West Holt High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Holt High School?
197 students attend West Holt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Holt High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% 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
What school district is West Holt High School part of?
West Holt High School is part of West Holt Public Schools School District.
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