Best Schools in Palisade, Nebraska
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Palisade Attendance Center
Elementary · Wauneta-palisade Public Schs. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$85,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$85,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Palisade
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palisade Attendance Center | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $61,875
- Median home value
- $85,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Palisade compares
Median household income
$62k
83% of Nebraska median
About Schools in Palisade, Nebraska
Palisade, Nebraska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Palisade show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Palisade is Palisade Attendance Center with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Palisade is served by 1 school district: WAUNETA-PALISADE PUBLIC SCHS. These districts collectively serve 221 students.
Palisade's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,875. The poverty rate in the area is 7.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 101 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
Schools in Palisade
Palisade, Nebraska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,875
Median Home Value
$85,400
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
574
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Community Profile
Palisade has a median household income of $61,875. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $85,400, with a median rent of $725/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Nebraska
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Palisade, Nebraska
How many schools are in Palisade, Nebraska?
Palisade has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Palisade, Nebraska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Palisade is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Palisade, Nebraska?
The top-ranked school in Palisade on MySchoolScout is Palisade Attendance Center with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Palisade, Nebraska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Palisade on MySchoolScout is Palisade Attendance Center with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Palisade, Nebraska?
Palisade is served by 1 school district: Wauneta-palisade Public Schs.
What is the education level in Palisade, Nebraska?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Palisade have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Palisade, Nebraska?
The median household income in Palisade is approximately $61,875 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Palisade, Nebraska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Palisade is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Palisade, Nebraska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Nebraska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.