Serving 102 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wausa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wausa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wausa Elementary School's student population of 102 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wausa Elementary 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 Wausa Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#356 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
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 Wausa Elementary School's ranking?
Wausa Elementary School is ranked #356 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wausa Elementary School?
102 students attend Wausa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wausa Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wausa Elementary School?
Wausa Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wausa Elementary School offer ?
Wausa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wausa Elementary School part of?
Wausa Elementary School is part of Wausa School District.
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