Serving 14 students in grades 9-12, West Hastings 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 <50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in NE)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hastings High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Hastings High School's student population of 14 students has grown by 133% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Hastings High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
50%
7%
White
29%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
94%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Hastings High School?
The graduation rate of West Hastings High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Hastings High School?
14 students attend West Hastings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Hastings High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, and 21% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hastings High School?
West Hastings High School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Hastings High School offer ?
West Hastings High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Hastings High School part of?
West Hastings High School is part of West Hastings Schools (Dhhs) School District.
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