Serving 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wauneta-palisade Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palisade Attendance Center's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Wauneta, NE, encompassing approximately 456.4 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.7 miles to the nearest edge and extending up to 26.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wauneta-palisade Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wauneta-palisade Elementary School's student population of 95 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wauneta-palisade Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wauneta-palisade Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#247 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
White
92%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wauneta-palisade Elementary School's ranking?
Wauneta-palisade Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 901 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wauneta-palisade Elementary School?
95 students attend Wauneta-palisade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wauneta-palisade Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wauneta-palisade Elementary School?
Wauneta-palisade Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wauneta-palisade Elementary School offer ?
Wauneta-palisade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wauneta-palisade Elementary School part of?
Wauneta-palisade Elementary School is part of Wauneta-Palisade School District.
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