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#49 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 34% of private schools
Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School
High School
203 KENDALL ST, Waco, NE 68460
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#49 of 143
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Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School
High School in Waco · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School
Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School is a private high school in Waco, NE. Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Schools in Waco
No public schools found in Waco for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NE.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
203 KENDALL ST, Waco, NE 68460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CROSS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Stromsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTENNIAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Utica), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YORK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby York), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Waco, see our Waco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waco | 0.1 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica | 5.7 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Utica | 5.7 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Utica | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL York | 6.0 mi | 5.9 |
| PRESCHOOL LEARNING ACADEMY York | 6.0 mi | 3.0 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Utica | 6.0 mi | 5.4 |
| YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL York | 6.2 mi | 6.9 |
| YORK HIGH SCHOOL York | 6.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL York | 7.0 mi | 7.4 |
| EMMANUEL-FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL York | 7.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MC COOL JUNCTION ELEM SCHOOL Mccool Junction | 12.9 mi | 6.1 |
| MCCOOL JUNCTION JR-SR HIGH SCH Mccool Junction | 12.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CROSS COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CROSS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CROSS COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.6 mi | 9.1 |
| EXETER-MILLIGAN HIGH SCHOOL Exeter | 17.6 mi | 5.9 |
| EXETER-MILLIGAN ELEM-EXETER Exeter | 17.6 mi | 9.0 |
| EXETER-MILLIGAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Exeter | 17.6 mi | — |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Osceola | 19.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,991
Median Home Value
$215,400
Population
665
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
96.9%
Poverty Rate
0.5%
Median Age
58.5
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|---|---|
| ISANTI HIGH SCHOOL Niobrara, NE | 6.9 |
| LOUP COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Taylor, NE | 6.9 |
| NEWMAN GROVE HIGH SCHOOL Newman Grove, NE | 6.9 |
| ARTHUR COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Arthur, NE | 7.0 |
| CHAMBERS HIGH SCHOOL Chambers, NE | 7.0 |
| ELWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Elwood, NE | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School
What grades does Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School serve?
Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School?
Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School rank in NE?
Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School ranks #49 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School a private school?
Yes, Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School a religious school?
Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran High School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (402) 366-8960
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