Serving 148 students in grades 7-8, Wayne Junior High 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Wayne, NE, covering approximately 183.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne Junior High School's student population of 148 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Wayne Junior 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 Junior High School is 0.38, 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
#403 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
77%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Junior High School's ranking?
Wayne Junior High School is ranked #403 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wayne Junior High School?
148 students attend Wayne Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wayne Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne Junior High School?
Wayne Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wayne Junior High School offer ?
Wayne Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Junior High School part of?
Wayne Junior High School is part of Wayne Community Schools.
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