Serving 265 students in grades 7-12, Wayne Community Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#541 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Community Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is ranked #541 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wayne Community Jr-sr High School?
265 students attend Wayne Community Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayne Community Jr-sr High School offer ?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Community Jr-sr High School part of?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is part of Wayne Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Last Day of School
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
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