Serving 330 students in grades 3-5, Waverly Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly Intermediate School serves the northwest part of Waverly, NE, covering an attendance area of approximately 160.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waverly Intermediate School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly Intermediate School is 0.35, 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
#138 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly Intermediate School's ranking?
Waverly Intermediate School is ranked #138 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Waverly Intermediate School?
330 students attend Waverly Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Waverly Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly Intermediate School?
Waverly Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waverly Intermediate School offer ?
Waverly Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waverly Intermediate School part of?
Waverly Intermediate School is part of Waverly School District 145.
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