Serving 45 students in grades 3-5, Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary 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 40-49% (which is lower 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 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilcox-Hildreth Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wilcox, NE, covering an area of approximately 281.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School's student population of 45 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary 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 Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#645 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School is ranked #645 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?
40-49% 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).
How many students attend Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School?
45 students attend Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School?
Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School offer ?
Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School part of?
Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School is part of Wilcox-Hildreth School District.
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