Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, Wood River Rural High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood River Rural High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Wood River Rural High School's student population of 161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Wood River Rural High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood River Rural High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#542 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood River Rural High School's ranking?
Wood River Rural High School is ranked #542 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wood River Rural High School?
The graduation rate of Wood River Rural High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wood River Rural High School?
161 students attend Wood River Rural High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Wood River Rural High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wood River Rural High School?
Wood River Rural High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wood River Rural High School offer ?
Wood River Rural High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wood River Rural High School part of?
Wood River Rural High School is part of Wood River Rural Schools School District.
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