Needs Improvement
#940 of 967 schools in NE
Wayne Early Learning Center
School · WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
803 PROVIDENCE RD SUNNYVIEW PL, Wayne, NE 68787
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NE statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
52:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
52:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#940 of 967
In Wayne
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
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Wayne Early Learning Center
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About Wayne Early Learning Center
Wayne Early Learning Center is a public school in Wayne, NE, part of WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Wayne Early Learning Center serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 52:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayne Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #940 of 967 schools in NE.
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- NE avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Wayne Early Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Wayne Early Learning Center runs 52:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Wayne Early Learning Center Compares
See how Wayne Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
803 PROVIDENCE RD SUNNYVIEW PL, Wayne, NE 68787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wayne Early Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. PENDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Pender), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Laurel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PENDER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Pender), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wayne | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| WAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wayne | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| WAYNE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| WAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wakefield | 7.3 mi | 4.2 |
| WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Wakefield | 7.3 mi | 8.0 |
| WINSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winside | 9.8 mi | 3.8 |
| WINSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Winside | 9.8 mi | 7.9 |
| LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Laurel | 13.8 mi | 7.8 |
| LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Laurel | 13.8 mi | 9.0 |
| ALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allen | 14.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ALLEN HIGH SCHOOL Allen | 14.7 mi | 6.2 |
| WISNER-PILGER ELEM SCHOOL Wisner | 17.2 mi | 8.3 |
| WISNER-PILGER HIGH SCHOOL Wisner | 17.2 mi | 8.1 |
| EMERSON-HUBBARD ELEMENTARY SCH Emerson | 14.6 mi | 6.7 |
| EMERSON-HUBBARD HIGH SCHOOL Emerson | 14.6 mi | 8.2 |
| EMERSON-HUBBARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Emerson | 14.6 mi | 7.6 |
| PENDER HIGH SCHOOL Pender | 17.4 mi | 8.9 |
| PENDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pender | 17.4 mi | 9.6 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoskins | 17.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,184
Median Home Value
$206,900
Median Rent
$705/mo
Population
6,816
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
60.2%
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
24.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wayne Early Learning Center
What grades does Wayne Early Learning Center serve?
Wayne Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Wayne Early Learning Center?
Wayne Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayne Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Wayne Early Learning Center is 52:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wayne Early Learning Center rank in NE?
Wayne Early Learning Center ranks #940 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Wayne Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Wayne Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wayne Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Wayne Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wayne Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Wayne Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wayne Early Learning Center?
34.6% of students at Wayne Early Learning Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 52:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (402) 833-1450
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District
WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 1,009
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,577
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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