Serving 255 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne Community Jr-Sr High School serves the entire school district in Corydon, IA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 356.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.2 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School's student population of 255 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Community Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School is ranked #252 out of 1,223 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?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wayne Community Jr-sr High School?
255 students attend Wayne Community Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne Community Jr-sr High School?
Wayne Community Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Dismissal Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
May 14, 2027 (Friday)
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