West Hastings High School serves 14 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hastings High School's student population of 14 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Hastings High School is 0.66, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
43%
7%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Hastings High School?
14 students attend West Hastings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Hastings High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 28% of students are White.
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 School District.
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