Serving 252 students in grades 7-12, Wayne Community Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Community Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is ranked #304 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wayne Community Jr-sr High School?
252 students attend Wayne Community Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayne Community Jr-sr High School offer ?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wayne Community Jr-sr High School part of?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is part of Wayne Comm School District.
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