Serving 738 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wysong Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wysong Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wysong Elementary School's student population of 738 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
738 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Wysong Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wysong Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#56 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wysong Elementary School's ranking?
Wysong Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Wysong Elementary School often compared to?
Wysong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kloefkorn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wysong Elementary School?
738 students attend Wysong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wysong Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wysong Elementary School?
Wysong Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wysong Elementary School offer ?
Wysong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wysong Elementary School part of?
Wysong Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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