Serving 46 students in grades 7-12, Wheeler Central 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheeler Central High's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Bartlett, NE, encompassing approximately 602.1 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheeler Central High School's student population of 46 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheeler Central 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 Wheeler Central High School is 0.12, 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
#791 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Wheeler Central High School's ranking?
Wheeler Central High School is ranked #791 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheeler Central High School?
The graduation rate of Wheeler Central High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wheeler Central High School?
46 students attend Wheeler Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wheeler Central High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeler Central High School?
Wheeler Central High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wheeler Central High School offer ?
Wheeler Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler Central High School part of?
Wheeler Central High School is part of Wheeler Central Schools.
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