Serving 76 students in grades 9-12, Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilcox-Hildreth High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Wilcox, NE, encompassing approximately 281.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School's student population of 76 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Two Towns, Four Counties, ONE GREAT SCHOOL
School Rankings
Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr 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 Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School is 0.10, 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
#439 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School is ranked #439 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School?
76 students attend Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School?
Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School offer ?
Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School part of?
Wilcox-hildreth Jr/sr High School is part of Wilcox-Hildreth School District.
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