Serving 323 students in grades 9-12, Wayne High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne High School serves the entire district of Wayne, NE, encompassing an area of approximately 183.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wayne High School's student population of 323 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Wayne High 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 High School is 0.43, 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
#275 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne High School's ranking?
Wayne High School is ranked #275 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wayne High School?
323 students attend Wayne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Wayne High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne High School?
Wayne High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wayne High School offer ?
Wayne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne High School part of?
Wayne High School is part of Wayne Community Schools.
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