Serving 188 students in grades 7-12, Wisner-pilger High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wisner-pilger High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wisner-pilger High School's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wisner-pilger High School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wisner-pilger High School is 0.25, 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
#183 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wisner-pilger High School's ranking?
Wisner-pilger High School is ranked #183 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wisner-pilger High School?
The graduation rate of Wisner-pilger High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wisner-pilger High School?
188 students attend Wisner-pilger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Wisner-pilger High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wisner-pilger High School?
Wisner-pilger High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wisner-pilger High School offer ?
Wisner-pilger High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Wisner-pilger High School part of?
Wisner-pilger High School is part of Wisner-Pilger School District.
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