Best Public Schools in Zip Code 68786

The 68786 zip code is home to two schools, Wausa High School and Wausa Elementary School, both part of the Wausa Public Schools district. While Wausa High School previously ranked 10th out of 209 Nebraska high schools, its performance has since declined, now ranking 142nd out of 215 schools with a 2-star rating. In contrast, Wausa Elementary School stands out for its exceptional 3rd grade English Language Arts proficiency, which is significantly higher than the state average, though their 5th grade performance lags behind.

Enrollment at Wausa High School is 114 students in grades 7-12, while Wausa Elementary School serves 102 students in grades PK-6. Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with over 94% of students identifying as white. Wausa High School's test scores in 11th grade are below state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, while Wausa Elementary School's 3rd grade English Language Arts proficiency is an impressive 93%, compared to the 63% state average.

Financially, Wausa Elementary School spends more per student ($23,738) than Wausa High School ($20,570), and both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios of 10.4 and 12.4, respectively. The free and reduced lunch rates also vary, with Wausa High School at 30.7% and Wausa Elementary School at 17.65%. Overall, these schools present a mixed picture, with Wausa Elementary School's strong 3rd grade performance contrasting with Wausa High School's declining rankings, suggesting areas for further investigation and improvement within the Wausa Public Schools district.