Hastings High School is a public secondary school located in Hastings, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Hastings Public Schools school district. Other area high schools are St. Cecilia High School and Adams Central Junior-Senior High School. HHS is the largest of the three.
West Hastings High School serves 22 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hastings High School's student population of 22 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1884
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Hastings High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
23%
1%
Hispanic
27%
23%
Black
32%
7%
White
18%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Hastings High School?
22 students attend West Hastings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of West Hastings High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are American Indian, and 18% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hastings High School?
West Hastings High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Hastings High School offer ?
West Hastings High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is West Hastings High School part of?
West Hastings High School is part of West Hastings School District.
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