Best Schools in Wauneta, Nebraska
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Wauneta Palisade Middle School
Middle · Wauneta-palisade Public Schs. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wauneta-palisade High School
High · Wauneta-palisade Public Schs. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$99,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$99,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wauneta
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wauneta Palisade Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Wauneta-palisade High School | 3.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.4/10
- Median household income
- $51,071
- Median home value
- $99,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Wauneta compares
Median household income
$51k
69% of Nebraska median
About Schools in Wauneta, Nebraska
Wauneta, Nebraska is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in Wauneta 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 Wauneta is Wauneta Palisade Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wauneta is served by 1 school district: WAUNETA-PALISADE PUBLIC SCHS. These districts collectively serve 221 students.
Wauneta's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,071. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 51 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 69 students · 9th–12th | 3.4 |
Schools in Wauneta
Wauneta, Nebraska · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,071
Median Home Value
$99,400
Median Rent
$450/mo
Population
788
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
68%
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Wauneta has a median household income of $51,071. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $99,400, with a median rent of $450/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Nebraska
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Nebraska
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Wauneta, Nebraska
How many schools are in Wauneta, Nebraska?
Wauneta has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wauneta, Nebraska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wauneta is 4.4 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 Wauneta, Nebraska?
The top-ranked school in Wauneta on MySchoolScout is Wauneta Palisade Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Wauneta, Nebraska?
The top-ranked middle school in Wauneta on MySchoolScout is Wauneta Palisade Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Wauneta, Nebraska?
The top-ranked high school in Wauneta on MySchoolScout is Wauneta-palisade High School with a composite score of 3.4/10.
How many school districts serve Wauneta, Nebraska?
Wauneta is served by 1 school district: Wauneta-palisade Public Schs.
What is the education level in Wauneta, Nebraska?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Wauneta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wauneta, Nebraska?
The median household income in Wauneta is approximately $51,071 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wauneta, Nebraska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wauneta is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wauneta, 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.