Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wayne Elementary School ranks in the top 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 71% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne Elementary School serves the entire district of Wayne, NE, encompassing an area of approximately 183.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne Elementary School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Wayne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#310 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
Wayne Elementary School is ranked #310 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wayne Elementary School?
499 students attend Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Wayne Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne Elementary School?
Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wayne Elementary School offer ?
Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Elementary School part of?
Wayne Elementary School is part of Wayne Community Schools.
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