Serving 326 students in grades 9-12, Douglas Co West High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Co West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Douglas Co West High School's student population of 326 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
create passionate learners
School Rankings
Douglas Co West High School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Co West High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Co West High School's ranking?
Douglas Co West High School is ranked #261 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Douglas Co West High School often compared to?
Douglas Co West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkhorn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglas Co West High School?
The graduation rate of Douglas Co West High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Douglas Co West High School?
326 students attend Douglas Co West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Douglas Co West High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Co West High School?
Douglas Co West High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Co West High School offer ?
Douglas Co West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Co West High School part of?
Douglas Co West High School is part of Douglas Co West Community Schools.
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