For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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