Serving 341 students in grades 9-12, Wahoo High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wahoo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wahoo High School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Wahoo High School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wahoo High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wahoo School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wahoo High School's ranking?
Wahoo High School is ranked #166 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Wahoo High School often compared to?
Wahoo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland-greenwood High School, Mead High School, Yutan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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 Wahoo High School?
The graduation rate of Wahoo High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wahoo High School?
341 students attend Wahoo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wahoo High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wahoo High School?
Wahoo High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wahoo High School offer ?
Wahoo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wahoo High School part of?
Wahoo High School is part of Wahoo School District.
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