Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wayne Elementary 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Corydon, IA, covering approximately 356.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 19.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wayne Elementary 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 Elementary 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
#336 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
Wayne Elementary School is ranked #336 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Wayne Elementary School?
328 students attend Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wayne Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne Elementary School?
Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayne Elementary School offer ?
Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wayne Elementary School part of?
Wayne Elementary School is part of Wayne Comm School District.
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