Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, Westridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Westridge Middle School's student population of 559 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westridge Middle School is 0.49, 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
#276 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
66%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westridge Middle School's ranking?
Westridge Middle School is ranked #276 out of 902 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Westridge Middle School?
559 students attend Westridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Westridge Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westridge Middle School?
Westridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westridge Middle School offer ?
Westridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westridge Middle School part of?
Westridge Middle School is part of Grand Island Public Schools School District.
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