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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
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
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
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 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#645 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
98% of Wilcox-hildreth Upper Elementary School students are White, 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 Public Schools.
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