Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wayne Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wayne Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayne Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
78%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
Wayne Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Wayne Elementary School?
490 students attend Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wayne Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Elementary School?
Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wayne Elementary School offer ?
Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wayne Elementary School part of?
Wayne Elementary School is part of Wayne Community Schools School District.
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