Serving 67 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (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
Student Attention
School Overview
Wauneta-palisade High School's student population of 67 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#803 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wauneta-palisade High School's ranking?
Wauneta-palisade High School is ranked #803 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wauneta-palisade High School?
The graduation rate of Wauneta-palisade High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wauneta-palisade High School?
67 students attend Wauneta-palisade High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wauneta-palisade High School students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wauneta-palisade High School?
Wauneta-palisade High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than 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
What school district is Wauneta-palisade High School part of?
Wauneta-palisade High School is part of Wauneta-Palisade Public Schs 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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