For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 214 students in Wausa, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Wausa, NE are Wausa Elementary School and Wausa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wausa, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Wausa have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wausa, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wausa Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 S Bismark
Wausa, NE 68786
(402) 586-2255
Wausa, NE 68786
(402) 586-2255
Gr: PK-6 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Wausa High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 S Bismarck
Wausa, NE 68786
(402) 586-2255
Wausa, NE 68786
(402) 586-2255
Gr: 7-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wausa, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Wausa, NE include Wausa Elementary School and Wausa High School.
How many public schools are located in Wausa?
2 public schools are located in Wausa.
What is the racial composition of students in Wausa?
Wausa public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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