Serving 2,138 students in grades 9-12, Westside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside High School's student population of 2,138 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Rankings
Westside 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 Westside High School is 0.52, 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
#471 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
11%
7%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Westside High School's ranking?
Westside High School is ranked #471 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Westside High School often compared to?
Westside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke High School, Millard North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westside High School?
The graduation rate of Westside High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westside High School?
2,138 students attend Westside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Westside High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside High School?
Westside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westside High School offer ?
Westside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside High School part of?
Westside High School is part of Westside Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Westside High School located?
Westside High School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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