Serving 90 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wallace 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wallace Elementary School serves the entire district of Wallace, NE, covering approximately 481.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wallace Elementary School's student population of 90 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Wallace 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 Wallace Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#217 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallace Elementary School's ranking?
Wallace Elementary School is ranked #217 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wallace Elementary School?
90 students attend Wallace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wallace Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallace Elementary School?
Wallace Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wallace Elementary School offer ?
Wallace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wallace Elementary School part of?
Wallace Elementary School is part of Wallace Public Sch Dist 65 R School District.
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