Average
#667 of 967 schools in NE
Walthill Elementary School
Elementary School · WALTHILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
602 MAIN ST PO BOX 3C, Walthill, NE 68067
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#667 of 967
In Walthill
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
WALTHILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Walthill Elementary School
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About Walthill Elementary School
Walthill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Walthill, NE, part of WALTHILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Walthill Elementary School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Walthill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #667 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Walthill Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Walthill Elementary 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.
Test scores at Walthill Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Walthill Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Walthill Elementary School — Students at Walthill Elementary School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Walthill Elementary School Compares
See how Walthill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
602 MAIN ST PO BOX 3C, Walthill, NE 68067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walthill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PENDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Pender), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Homer), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY AT LYONS (rated 7.3/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Lyons), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walthill, see our Walthill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Walthill | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| WINNEBAGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winnebago | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WINNEBAGO HIGH SCHOOL Winnebago | 6.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST AUGUSTINE INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL Winnebago | 6.5 mi | 5.8 |
| UMO N HO N NATION ELEM SCHOOL Macy | 7.5 mi | 6.5 |
| UMO N HO N NATION HIGH SCHOOL Macy | 7.5 mi | 4.3 |
| UMO N HO N NATION MIDDLE SCH Macy | 7.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BANCROFT-ROSALIE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Bancroft | 10.4 mi | 5.8 |
| BANCROFT-ROSALIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bancroft | 10.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homer | 11.8 mi | 8.3 |
| HOMER HIGH SCHOOL Homer | 11.8 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY AT LYONS Lyons | 14.8 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTHEAST SECONDARY SCHOOL Lyons | 14.8 mi | 7.3 |
| PENDER HIGH SCHOOL Pender | 11.4 mi | 8.9 |
| PENDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pender | 11.4 mi | 9.6 |
| EMERSON-HUBBARD HIGH SCHOOL Emerson | 14.6 mi | 8.2 |
| EMERSON-HUBBARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Emerson | 14.6 mi | 7.6 |
| EMERSON-HUBBARD ELEMENTARY SCH Emerson | 15.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DAKOTA CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dakota City | 19.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Sergeant Bluff-Luton Senior High School Sergeant Bluff | 18.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,837
Median Home Value
$55,100
Median Rent
$718/mo
Population
1,191
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
28.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DORCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dorchester, NE | 5.4 |
| EMMANUEL-FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL York, NE | 5.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington, NE | 5.4 |
| ST ISIDORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus, NE | 5.4 |
| ALMA ELEMENTARY AT ALMA Alma, NE | 5.5 |
| CHRIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walthill Elementary School
What grades does Walthill Elementary School serve?
Walthill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Walthill Elementary School?
Walthill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walthill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walthill Elementary School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walthill Elementary School rank in NE?
Walthill Elementary School ranks #667 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Walthill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walthill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Walthill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walthill Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Walthill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Walthill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walthill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Walthill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Thurston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.1%
- Phone
- (402) 846-5432
Resources & Links
District
WALTHILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 321
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,858
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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