West Holt Public Schools School District
School District · Atkinson, Nebraska
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,070
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,070
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Evaluating West Holt Public Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West Holt Public Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Atkinson Elementary School
Atkinson · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Holt High School
Atkinson · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Nebraska rank
#99 of 242
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Nebraska avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,070
$294 vs Nebraska median
District size
432 students
Typical than Nebraska median
Top-Rated Schools in West Holt Public Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atkinson Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | West Holt High School | 7.6 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About West Holt Public Schools
West Holt Public Schools is a Atkinson, Nebraska school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 432 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1. The district invests $17,070 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.1/10, West Holt Public Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Atkinson Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.2/10.
In standardized testing, West Holt Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 76.5% and ELA proficiency of 69.0%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in West Holt Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Holt Public Schools with test data.
Schools in West Holt Public Schools
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Nebraska
- City
- Atkinson
- Total Enrollment
- 432
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Holt Public Schools?
West Holt Public Schools has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Holt Public Schools?
The average composite rating for West Holt Public Schools is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Holt Public Schools?
West Holt Public Schools spends $17,070 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Holt Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Holt Public Schools is 10.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Holt Public Schools?
Atkinson Elementary School is the highest-rated school in West Holt Public Schools with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What are the test scores in West Holt Public Schools?
Across schools in West Holt Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 76.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 69.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Holt Public Schools compare to other districts in Nebraska?
West Holt Public Schools has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Nebraska by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 76.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 69.0%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Nebraska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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