Serving 203 students in grades 7-12, West Holt High 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Holt High School's student population of 203 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Holt High 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 West Holt High School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#360 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Holt High School's ranking?
West Holt High School is ranked #360 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are West Holt High School often compared to?
West Holt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O'neill High School, Stuart High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Holt High School?
The graduation rate of West Holt High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Holt High School?
203 students attend West Holt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Holt High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Holt High School?
West Holt High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Holt High School offer ?
West Holt High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Holt High School part of?
West Holt High School is part of West Holt School District.
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