For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 120 students in 69045, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 69045, NE are Wauneta Palisade Middle School and Wauneta-palisade High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 69045 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 69045, NE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 69045, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wauneta Palisade Middle School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
214 W Wichita St
Wauneta, NE 69045
(308) 394-5650
Wauneta, NE 69045
(308) 394-5650
Gr: 6-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Wauneta-palisade High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
214 W Wichita
Wauneta, NE 69045
(308) 394-5650
Wauneta, NE 69045
(308) 394-5650
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
69045, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
214 W Wichita Box 368
Wauneta, NE 69045
(308) 394-5700
Wauneta, NE 69045
(308) 394-5700
Gr: K-6 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
214 West Wichita
Wauneta, NE 69045
(308) 394-5700
Wauneta, NE 69045
(308) 394-5700
Gr: PK-2 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 69045, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 69045, NE include Wauneta Palisade Middle School and Wauneta-palisade High School.
How many public schools are located in 69045?
2 public schools are located in 69045.
What is the racial composition of students in 69045?
69045 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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