Serving 144 students in grades 9-12, Wood River Rural High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood River Rural High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Wood River Rural High School's student population of 144 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wood River Rural High School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood River Rural High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
68%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood River Rural High School's ranking?
Wood River Rural High School is ranked #47 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wood River Rural High School?
The graduation rate of Wood River Rural High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wood River Rural High School?
144 students attend Wood River Rural High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wood River Rural High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wood River Rural High School?
Wood River Rural High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wood River Rural High School offer ?
Wood River Rural High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wood River Rural High School part of?
Wood River Rural High School is part of Wood River Rural Schools School District.
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