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#705 of 967 schools in NE
Winnebago High School
High School · WINNEBAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 17
202 OSBORNE ST PO BOX KK, Winnebago, NE 68071
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#705 of 967
In Winnebago
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
WINNEBAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 17
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Winnebago High School
Winnebago High School is a public high school in Winnebago, NE, part of WINNEBAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 17. Winnebago High School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Winnebago High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Winnebago High School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, Winnebago 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.
Test scores at Winnebago High 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Winnebago High 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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Winnebago High School — Students at Winnebago High School score 10% 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: 7.9/10.
How Winnebago High School Compares
See how Winnebago High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
202 OSBORNE ST PO BOX KK, Winnebago, NE 68071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winnebago High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOMER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Homer), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sergeant Bluff-Luton Senior High School (rated 6.4/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Sergeant Bluff), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALTHILL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Walthill), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winnebago, see our Winnebago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,500
Median Home Value
$84,200
Median Rent
$662/mo
Population
1,779
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
42.4%
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
26.3
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| PAWNEE CITY SECONDARY SCHOOL Pawnee City, NE | 5.1 |
| SUMMERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Ewing, NE | 5.1 |
| ELM CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Elm Creek, NE | 5.2 |
| JOHNSON CO CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Tecumseh, NE | 4.9 |
| GIBBON HIGH SCHOOL Gibbon, NE | 5.3 |
| MORRILL HIGH SCHOOL Morrill, NE | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winnebago High School
What grades does Winnebago High School serve?
Winnebago High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Winnebago High School?
Winnebago High School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winnebago High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Winnebago High School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winnebago High School rank in NE?
Winnebago High School ranks #705 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Winnebago High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Winnebago High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Winnebago High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winnebago High School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Winnebago High School a charter school?
No, Winnebago High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winnebago High School a Title I school?
No, Winnebago High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Thurston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 93.6%
- Phone
- (402) 878-2224
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
WINNEBAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 17- District Enrollment
- 638
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,245
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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