Serving 101 students in grades 7-12, Wausa High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wausa High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Wausa, NE, covering approximately 121.3 square miles. This area allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wausa High School's student population of 101 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
101 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wausa 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 Wausa High School is 0.12, 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
#484 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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)
40-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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)19.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wausa High School's ranking?
Wausa High School is ranked #484 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wausa High School?
The graduation rate of Wausa High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Wausa High School?
101 students attend Wausa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wausa High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wausa High School?
Wausa High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wausa High School offer ?
Wausa High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wausa High School part of?
Wausa High School is part of Wausa School District.
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