Serving 51 students in grades 6-8, Wauneta Palisade Middle 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wauneta Palisade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Wauneta Palisade Middle School's student population of 51 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wauneta Palisade Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wauneta Palisade Middle School is 0.22, 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
#411 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wauneta Palisade Middle School's ranking?
Wauneta Palisade Middle School is ranked #411 out of 902 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wauneta Palisade Middle School?
51 students attend Wauneta Palisade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Wauneta Palisade Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wauneta Palisade Middle School?
Wauneta Palisade Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wauneta Palisade Middle School offer ?
Wauneta Palisade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wauneta Palisade Middle School part of?
Wauneta Palisade Middle School is part of Wauneta-Palisade School District.
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