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Walthill High School

Summary:

Walthill High School is a public high school in Walthill, Nebraska, serving grades 7-12 with a total enrollment of 123 students, the vast majority of whom (93.5%) identify as Native American.

Despite the school's high spending per student of $29,153, Walthill High School has consistently ranked among the lowest-performing high schools in Nebraska over the past decade, with only 23-36% of students proficient or better in various subject areas compared to the state average of 54-66%. This persistent low performance is likely influenced by the school's unique racial makeup and the fact that all students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, as indicated by the 100% free and reduced lunch rate. In contrast, nearby schools like Emerson-Hubbard High School, Northeast Secondary School, and Homer High School have more diverse student populations and generally higher academic performance.

The challenges faced by Walthill High School, including its low rankings, high poverty rates, and significant underperformance on standardized tests, suggest that the school may be grappling with systemic issues that have not been adequately addressed. Addressing these challenges will require a comprehensive and targeted approach that considers the unique needs and characteristics of the school's student population, as well as effective allocation and utilization of the school's significant resources, which are among the highest per-student spending in the area. Nearby districts like Emerson-Hubbard Public Schools, Lyons-Decatur Northeast Schools, and Homer Community Schools may provide valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration in addressing these challenges.


Detail:

Public 7-12

 602 Main St
       Walthill, NE  68067-0563

(402) 846-5432

District: Walthill Public Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $29,153 Help


Feeder schools for Walthill High School:

Elementary:    Walthill Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.1 Help
Number of students:  153

Racial breakdown:

American Indian:
92.8%
Hispanic:
5.2%
White:
2.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  100% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Walthill High School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 1.13. (See more...)
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Compare Details Walthill High School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2016 the calculated Average Standard Score was 0.31. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Walthill High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: American Indian (92.8%), Hispanic (5.2%), White (2%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Walthill High School is 12.1. (See more...)
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Compare Walthill High School employs 12.5 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Walthill High School is $29,153.
Schooldigger Rankings:

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Rank History for Walthill High School

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Rank History for all middle school students at Walthill High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 11.98 220th 226 2.7%
2007 16.37 211th 227 7.0%
2008 22.00 234th 245 4.5%
2009 39.87 188th 243 22.6%
2010 0.00 254th 254 0.0%
2011 0.02 245th 246 0.4%
2012 0.06 254th 255 0.4%
2013 1.02 246th 248 0.8%
2014 0.03 251st 252 0.4%
2015 0.23 254th 256 0.8%
2016 0.05 254th 255 0.4%
2023 1.13 233rd 238 2.1%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Walthill High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 7.15 132nd 144 8.3%
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Rank History for middle school Native American students at Walthill High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 38.59 1st 2 50.0%
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Data source: test scores: Nebraska Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Walthill High School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 13.72 242nd 249 2.8%
2007 4.81 246th 247 0.4%
2009 39.72 183rd 251 27.1%
2010 22.88 227th 249 8.8%
2011 0.02 251st 252 0.4%
2012 0.04 244th 245 0.4%
2013 0.16 246th 247 0.4%
2014 0.00 247th 247 0.0%
2015 0.14 241st 242 0.4%
2016 0.31 242nd 246 1.6%
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Data source: test scores: Nebraska Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Nebraska Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Walthill High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 62 0 0 0 69 n/a n/a 0 131
1989 88 0 0 0 45 n/a n/a 0 133
1990 75 0 0 0 46 n/a n/a 0 121
1991 66 0 0 0 51 n/a n/a 0 117
1992 71 0 0 0 65 n/a n/a 0 136
1993 64 0 0 0 82 n/a n/a 0 146
1994 59 0 0 1 80 n/a n/a 0 140
1995 44 0 0 0 74 n/a n/a 0 118
1996 44 0 0 0 74 n/a n/a 0 118
1997 20 0 0 1 99 n/a n/a 0 120
1998 9 0 0 0 87 n/a n/a 0 96
1999 2 0 0 0 134 n/a n/a 0 136
2000 2 0 0 0 142 n/a n/a 0 144
2001 0 0 0 0 114 n/a n/a 0 114
2002 2 0 0 0 105 n/a n/a 0 107
2003 2 0 0 0 105 n/a n/a 0 107
2004 3 0 0 0 99 n/a n/a 0 102
2005 1 0 0 0 111 n/a n/a 0 112
2006 2 1 0 0 124 n/a n/a 0 127
2007 0 0 1 0 125 n/a n/a 0 126
2008 1 4 1 0 110 n/a n/a 0 116
2009 1 2 1 0 102 n/a n/a 0 106
2010 2 1 1 0 113 n/a n/a 0 117
2011 1 3 1 3 98 0 0 0 106
2012 0 2 1 0 107 0 1 0 111
2013 1 4 1 0 111 0 0 0 117
2014 2 3 1 0 130 0 0 0 136
2015 0 5 1 0 146 0 0 0 152
2016 0 3 1 0 141 0 0 0 145
2017 2 1 1 0 149 0 1 0 154
2018 0 2 0 0 156 0 1 0 159
2019 0 1 0 0 168 0 0 0 169
2020 0 0 0 1 116 0 0 0 117
2021 0 0 0 7 132 0 0 0 139
2022 1 0 0 6 119 0 0 0 126
2023 3 0 0 5 115 0 0 0 123
2024 3 0 0 8 142 0 0 0 153

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Walthill High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 131 14.9 8.7 53.4
1989 133 14.7 9.0 48.9
1990 121 15.0 8.0 54.5
1991 117 13.6 8.6 51.3
1992 136 13.4 10.1 57.4
1993 146 14.0 10.4 54.1
1994 140 16.9 8.3 55
1995 118 12.4 9.5 58.5
1996 118 12.4 9.5 58.5
1997 120 11.8 10.2 56.7
1998 96 11.7 8.2 66.7
1999 136 13.4 10.1 94.9
2000 144 13.9 10.4 97.9
2001 114 15.0 7.6 77.2
2002 107 13.6 7.9 82.2
2003 107 13.6 7.9 82.2
2004 102 12.7 8.0 86.3
2005 112 11.4 9.8 79.5
2006 127 15.0 8.5 76.4
2007 126 12.9 9.8 81
2008 116 13.8 8.4 48.3
2009 106 12.8 8.3 83
2010 117 13.9 8.4 82.9
2011 106 16.9 6.2 88.7
2012 111 16.0 6.9 89.2
2013 117 16.3 7.1 83.8
2014 136 16.1 8.4 82.4
2015 152 16.0 9.5 79.6
2016 145 15.0 9.6 95.2
2017 154 16.1 9.5 100
2018 159 16.4 9.6 100
2019 169 18.2 9.2 100
2020 117 17.4 6.7 100
2021 139 17.2 8.0 100
2022 126 16.5 7.6 100
2023 123 15.3 8.0 n/a
2024 153 12.5 12.1 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Walthill High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 131 14.9 8.7 53.4
1989 133 14.7 9.0 48.9
1990 121 15.0 8.0 54.5
1991 117 13.6 8.6 51.3
1992 136 13.4 10.1 57.4
1993 146 14.0 10.4 54.1
1994 140 16.9 8.3 55
1995 118 12.4 9.5 58.5
1996 118 12.4 9.5 58.5
1997 120 11.8 10.2 56.7
1998 96 11.7 8.2 66.7
1999 136 13.4 10.1 94.9
2000 144 13.9 10.4 97.9
2001 114 15.0 7.6 77.2
2002 107 13.6 7.9 82.2
2003 107 13.6 7.9 82.2
2004 102 12.7 8.0 86.3
2005 112 11.4 9.8 79.5
2006 127 15.0 8.5 76.4
2007 126 12.9 9.8 81
2008 116 13.8 8.4 48.3
2009 106 12.8 8.3 83
2010 117 13.9 8.4 82.9
2011 106 16.9 6.2 88.7
2012 111 16.0 6.9 89.2
2013 117 16.3 7.1 83.8
2014 136 16.1 8.4 82.4
2015 152 16.0 9.5 79.6
2016 145 15.0 9.6 95.2
2017 154 16.1 9.5 100
2018 159 16.4 9.6 100
2019 169 18.2 9.2 100
2020 117 17.4 6.7 100
2021 139 17.2 8.0 100
2022 126 16.5 7.6 100
2023 123 15.3 8.0 n/a
2024 153 12.5 12.1 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Walthill High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,104 (4.8%) $20,158 (86.8%) $23,227
2020 $2,486 (8.6%) $23,644 (82.2%) $28,753
2021 $2,603 (11.1%) $18,989 (80.7%) $23,522
2022 $1,840 (7.0%) $22,204 (84.2%) $26,382
2023 $1,185 (4.1%) $25,283 (86.7%) $29,153

Data source: Nebraska Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Walthill High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students169123
 27.2%
African American10
 100%
American Indian168115
 31.5%
Asian00
Hispanic05
Pacific Islander00
White03
Two or More Races00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Walthill High School

Students at Walthill High School are 93% American Indian, 5% Hispanic, 2% White.

In the 2023-24 school year, 153 students attended Walthill High School.

Walthill High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Walthill Elementary School


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