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Webster County

Nebraska · Public K-12

Webster County is a Nebraska county whose public-school system spans 5 campuses and approximately 748 students. Median household income runs about $64,347. The level mix is 3 elementary and 2 high schools.

7-year change in Webster County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
748
+24 (+3%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
88%
was 90%
% Hispanic
9%
was 7%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
5
3 districts
Enrollment
748
NCES CCD
Median income
$64,347
Below Nebraska avg
Free/reduced lunch
34.1%
Below Nebraska avg
Elementary
3
505 students
Middle
0
schools
High
2
243 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
BLUE HILL COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
315 students · 3 districts in Webster County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Webster County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
91%
Hispanic
6%
Black
0%
Asian
1%
Two or more
5%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
1%
School enrollment
White
88%
Hispanic
9%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
21.2%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
9.1%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
0.7%
civilian labor
Median age
45
22.1% under 18

Test scores in Webster County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. Nebraska state average: 57.6%.

See all 3 schools in Webster County ranked by score →

All schools (5)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
RED CLOUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLRed CloudElementaryPK-06187·
BLUE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBlue HillElementaryPK-06183·
SILVER LAKE ELEM SCH-BLADENBladenElementaryPK-06135·
BLUE HILL HIGH SCHOOLBlue HillHigh07-12132·
RED CLOUD HIGH SCHOOLRed CloudHigh07-12111·

Cities in Webster County

Blue Hill2 schoolsRed Cloud2 schoolsBladen1 school

About Webster County

Webster County is a rural-scale Nebraska county of about 3,360 residents, home to 5 public schools and roughly 748 students.

In context, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $64,347, roughly 21% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the federal-poverty share is near 9%. That income level is 7% lower than the Nebraska median.

In terms of grade levels, Webster County covers 3 elementary schools (505 students), and 2 high schools (243).

BLUE HILL COMMUNITY SCHOOLS is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 315 students across Webster County.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Webster County has grew 3% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 724 students to 748.

On allk12, the community for Webster County discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Webster County?
Webster County, Nebraska has 5 public K-12 schools serving approximately 748 students.
How many high schools are in Webster County?
Webster County, Nebraska has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 243 students.
How many elementary schools are in Webster County?
Webster County, Nebraska has 3 public elementary schools, serving approximately 505 students.
What is the largest school district in Webster County?
BLUE HILL COMMUNITY SCHOOLS is the largest school district in Webster County, serving approximately 315 students. The county contains 3 school districts overall.
How many people live in Webster County?
Webster County has roughly 3,360 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Webster County?
Median household income in Webster County is $64,347, below the Nebraska average of $69,055. About 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Webster County?
Approximately 21.2% of adults 25 and older in Webster County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Webster County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 34.1% of students in Webster County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Nebraska county average of 40.0%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Webster County schools?
Across Webster County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 10.4 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Webster County?
Webster County residents are approximately 91% White, 6% Hispanic, 0% Black, 1% Asian, 5% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data