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Very Good

#286 of 967 schools in NE

Top 30% in state

Wahoo Elementary School

Elementary School · WAHOO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2056 N HACKBERRY, Wahoo, NE 68066

Enrollment

467

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#286 of 967

In Wahoo

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

WAHOO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Wahoo Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Wahoo · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.5/10

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8.7/10

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About Wahoo Elementary School

Wahoo Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wahoo, NE, part of WAHOO PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Wahoo Elementary School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wahoo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Wahoo Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above NE schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,969
Chronic Absenteeism4.5%

Wahoo Elementary School — Students at Wahoo Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
57%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Wahoo Elementary School Compares

See how Wahoo Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
71th percentile in NE
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2056 N HACKBERRY, Wahoo, NE 68066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wahoo Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT CERESCO (rated 8.4/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Ceresco), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ELEMENTARY SCH AT VALPARAISO (rated 8.2/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Valparaiso), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YUTAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Yutan), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wahoo, see our Wahoo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WAHOO PRE-SCHOOL Wahoo 0.0 mi 3.5
WAHOO HIGH SCHOOL Wahoo 0.2 mi 8.7
WAHOO MIDDLE SCHOOL Wahoo 0.2 mi 8.2
ST WENCESLAUS SCHOOL Wahoo 1.4 mi 5.3
BISHOP NEUMANN HIGH SCHOOL Wahoo 1.5 mi 6.1
MEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mead 7.2 mi 5.8
MEAD HIGH SCHOOL Mead 7.4 mi 7.8
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT CERESCO Ceresco 11.4 mi 8.4
CEDAR BLUFFS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Bluffs 12.0 mi 6.3
CEDAR BLUFFS HIGH SCHOOL Cedar Bluffs 12.0 mi 4.8
SECONDARY SCH AT RAYMOND Raymond 15.2 mi 6.4
INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL AT JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Raymond 15.2 mi 4.6
RAYMOND CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Raymond 15.2 mi 3.1
YUTAN HIGH SCHOOL Yutan 12.2 mi 7.5
YUTAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yutan 12.2 mi 7.4
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fremont 15.4 mi 4.0
DAVENPORT SCHOOL Fremont 16.0 mi
ELEMENTARY SCH AT VALPARAISO Valparaiso 14.3 mi 8.2
SIXPENCE PRESCHOOL Fremont 15.9 mi
LINDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fremont 16.3 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,324

Median Home Value

$246,100

Median Rent

$908/mo

Population

5,725

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

37.7

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MILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milford, NE 7.5
ROHWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 7.5
BEATTIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 7.4
BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington, NE 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wahoo Elementary School

What grades does Wahoo Elementary School serve?

Wahoo Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Wahoo Elementary School?

Wahoo Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wahoo Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wahoo Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wahoo Elementary School rank in NE?

Wahoo Elementary School ranks #286 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Wahoo Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wahoo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wahoo Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wahoo Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wahoo Elementary School a charter school?

No, Wahoo Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wahoo Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Wahoo Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wahoo Elementary School?

30.8% of students at Wahoo Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Saunders County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

District

WAHOO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
1,088
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,969
District Rank
#3 of 4

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