Top Rankings
West Point School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 728 students in West Point School District. This district's average testing ranking is 7/10, which is in the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
Public Schools in West Point School District have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (NE)
# Schools
3 Schools
1,094 Schools
# Students
728 Students
329,255 Students
# Teachers
63 Teachers
23,934 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
District Rank
West Point School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 246 school districts in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 80-84% has decreased from 90% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#106 out of 246 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.49
0.55
# American Indian Students
1 Student
4,332 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
1 Student
9,839 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
3%
# Hispanic Students
274 Students
69,524 Students
% Hispanic Students
38%
21%
# Black Students
2 Students
21,562 Students
% Black Students
n/a
7%
# White Students
442 Students
208,151 Students
% White Students
61%
63%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
520 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
7 Students
14,982 Students
% of Two or more races Students
1%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
90
19,472
# Students in K Grade:
45
22,931
# Students in 1st Grade:
37
23,393
# Students in 2nd Grade:
45
23,143
# Students in 3rd Grade:
42
23,411
# Students in 4th Grade:
35
23,163
# Students in 5th Grade:
48
23,306
# Students in 6th Grade:
45
23,188
# Students in 7th Grade:
40
23,866
# Students in 8th Grade:
54
24,410
# Students in 9th Grade:
62
25,240
# Students in 10th Grade:
61
24,014
# Students in 11th Grade:
52
24,070
# Students in 12th Grade:
72
25,648
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $18,271 is higher than the state median of $15,429. The school district revenue/student has grown by 6% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $16,918 is higher than the state median of $16,737. The school district spending/student has grown by 6% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$13 MM
$5,080 MM
Spending
$12 MM
$5,511 MM
Revenue / Student
$18,271
$15,429
Spending / Student
$16,918
$16,737
Best West Point School District Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Point Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 East Washington
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5507
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5507
Grades: PK-4
| 294 students
Rank: #22.
West Point - Beemer Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 E Washington
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5546
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5546
Grades: 5-8
| 187 students
Rank: #33.
West Point-beemer High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 E Washington
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5546
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5546
Grades: 9-12
| 247 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to West Point School District?
West Point School District manages 3 public schools serving 728 students.
What is the rank of West Point School District?
West Point School District is ranked #99 out of 246 school districts in Nebraska (top 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Nebraska school districts for: Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in West Point School District?
61% of West Point School District students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of West Point School District?
West Point School District has a student/teacher ratio of 12:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 14:1.
What is West Point School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $16,918 is higher than the state median of $16,737. The school district spending/student has grown by 6% over four school years.
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
