Serving 153 students in grades 7-12, Walthill High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walthill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Walthill High School's student population of 153 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Walthill High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walthill High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#884 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
93%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
2%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walthill High School's ranking?
Walthill High School is ranked #884 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walthill High School?
The graduation rate of Walthill High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Walthill High School?
153 students attend Walthill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Walthill High School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walthill High School?
Walthill High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walthill High School offer ?
Walthill High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walthill High School part of?
Walthill High School is part of Walthill School District.
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