Best Public Schools in Atkinson, NE


Summary:

The city of Atkinson, Nebraska is home to three schools that serve students from preschool through high school: West Holt High School, Atkinson Elementary School, and West Holt Little Paws Preschool. These schools are part of the West Holt Public Schools district, which is ranked 36th out of 212 districts in Nebraska and rated 4 stars.

Among the three schools, West Holt High School stands out as a top performer, ranking 58th out of 215 Nebraska high schools and earning a 4-star rating. The school's proficiency rates on ACT and NSCAS tests exceed the state averages, particularly in math and science. Additionally, West Holt High School has a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.5, which may contribute to its strong academic performance. Atkinson Elementary School also demonstrates impressive academic achievement, ranking 141st out of 459 Nebraska elementary schools and boasting proficiency rates well above the state averages in English Language Arts and Math.

While the schools in Atkinson have a relatively homogeneous student population, with the majority being white students, they serve a significant portion of students from lower-income households, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch rates of around 40-43%. This suggests a need to explore ways to promote greater racial diversity and address socioeconomic disparities within the district. Overall, the data highlights the strengths of the West Holt Public Schools district, particularly in terms of academic achievement and resource allocation, while also identifying areas for potential improvement.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Nebraska Department of Education.

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