Walthill High School

Walthill High School is a regular public school located in the rural community of Walthill, Nebraska. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, this small but close-knit school has an enrollment of 153 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 with twelve full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its limited academic performance rating of 3.9 out of 10 and state ranking at #801 among Nebraska schools, Walthill High School focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment for all students.

With proficiency rates in ELA/Reading at 15% and Math at 5%, the school is working diligently to enhance academic achievement. Nestled in a rural setting, Walthill High School benefits from its tight-knit community where teachers often know each student by name and work closely with families to support student development.

With an enrollment of 153 students, Walthill High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Walthill High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Walthill High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.