Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wahoo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wahoo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wahoo Elementary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wahoo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wahoo Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wahoo Elementary School's ranking?
Wahoo Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Wahoo Elementary School often compared to?
Wahoo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Arbor Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wahoo Elementary School?
467 students attend Wahoo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wahoo Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wahoo Elementary School?
Wahoo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wahoo Elementary School offer ?
Wahoo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wahoo Elementary School part of?
Wahoo Elementary School is part of Wahoo School District.
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