Serving 2,145 students in grades 9-12, Westside High School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westside High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Omaha, NE, encompassing approximately 11.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westside High School's student population of 2,145 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,145 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Rankings
Westside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside High School is 0.55, 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
#628 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside High School's ranking?
Westside High School is ranked #628 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Westside High School often compared to?
Westside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke High School, Millard North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westside High School?
The graduation rate of Westside High School is 91%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Westside High School?
2,145 students attend Westside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Westside High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside High School?
Westside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westside High School offer ?
Westside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside High School part of?
Westside High School is part of Westside Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Westside High School located?
Westside High School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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