Serving 101 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palisade Attendance Center ranks in the top 20% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisade Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palisade Attendance Center's student population of 101 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palisade Attendance Center ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisade Attendance Center is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#131 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisade Attendance Center's ranking?
Palisade Attendance Center is ranked #131 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Palisade Attendance Center?
101 students attend Palisade Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Palisade Attendance Center students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palisade Attendance Center?
Palisade Attendance Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Palisade Attendance Center offer ?
Palisade Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Palisade Attendance Center part of?
Palisade Attendance Center is part of Wauneta-Palisade School District.
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