For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 244 students in Wayland, IA.
The top ranked public school in Wayland, IA is Waco High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wayland, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Wayland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wayland, IA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waco High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
706 N Pearl
Wayland, IA 52654
(319) 256-6200
Wayland, IA 52654
(319) 256-6200
Gr: 7-12 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wayland, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Wayland, IA include Waco High School.
How many public schools are located in Wayland?
1 public schools are located in Wayland.
What is the racial composition of students in Wayland?
Wayland public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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