For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 499 students in Wayne, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Wayne, NE is Wayne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wayne, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wayne have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wayne, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
312 Douglas Street
Wayne, NE 68787
(402) 375-3854
Wayne, NE 68787
(402) 375-3854
Gr: PK-6 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Wayne, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wayne, NE include Wayne Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wayne?
2 public elementary schools are located in Wayne.
What is the racial composition of students in Wayne?
Wayne public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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