Serving 69 students in grades 9-12, Wauneta-palisade High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wauneta-palisade High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wauneta-palisade High School's student population of 69 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Wauneta-palisade High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wauneta-palisade High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#853 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wauneta-palisade High School's ranking?
Wauneta-palisade High School is ranked #853 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wauneta-palisade High School?
The graduation rate of Wauneta-palisade High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wauneta-palisade High School?
69 students attend Wauneta-palisade High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Wauneta-palisade High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wauneta-palisade High School?
Wauneta-palisade High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wauneta-palisade High School offer ?
Wauneta-palisade High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wauneta-palisade High School part of?
Wauneta-palisade High School is part of Wauneta-Palisade School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
Good academics, good teachers. Music and drama are a priority at this school. Athletics are always competitive and they''ve won numerous sportsmanship awards from the state. Facilities are getting needed improvements at both attendance centers. This school is going somewhere!
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