Wallace Public School District 65 R

The Wallace Public School District 65 R in Nebraska is home to two schools - Wallace Elementary School and Wallace High School. While both schools serve the local community, the data suggests that Wallace High School is a standout performer, with a significant improvement in its state-wide ranking and exceptional academic outcomes for its students.

Wallace High School has made remarkable strides, climbing from a ranking of 184th out of 215 Nebraska high schools in 2016-2017 to an impressive 11th place in the 2022-2023 school year. This 5-star rated school has outperformed the state averages in a range of standardized tests, including ACT/English Language Arts, ACT/Mathematics, ACT/Science, NSCAS/English Language Arts, NSCAS/Mathematics, and NSCAS/Science. Additionally, the school spends $28,862 per student, which is higher than the $27,431 spent per student at Wallace Elementary School.

While both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, with 8.6 students per teacher at Wallace Elementary School and 7.3 students per teacher at Wallace High School, there is a notable disparity in their free and reduced lunch rates. Wallace Elementary School has a higher rate of 38%, compared to 25.3% at Wallace High School, suggesting that the elementary school may serve a more economically disadvantaged population.