Serving 79 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 <50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WAUNETA-PALISADE HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 456.4 square miles around Wauneta, NE, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 13.2 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 23.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wauneta-palisade High School's student population of 79 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring our youth and expecting results every day
School Rankings
Wauneta-palisade High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wauneta-palisade High School is 0.27, 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
#788 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 High School's ranking?
Wauneta-palisade High School is ranked #788 out of 901 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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 87.3%.
How many students attend Wauneta-palisade High School?
79 students attend Wauneta-palisade High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wauneta-palisade High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 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 (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 10/10/2025
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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