WAUNETA-PALISADE HIGH SCHOOL

WAUNETA-PALISADE HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the WAUNETA-PALISADE PUBLIC SCHS school district, located in WAUNETA, NE with about 62 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 6 teachers, WAUNETA-PALISADE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WAUNETA-PALISADE HIGH SCHOOL is a small, rural public school located in Wauneta, Nebraska, serving the students of the Wauneta-Palisade Public Schools district. As a community-focused institution, it emphasizes a supportive and personalized learning environment typical of the Great Plains, where student-to-teacher ratios are generally low, allowing for greater individual attention. The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of its local community, often serving as a central hub for student academic development, extracurricular activities, and community events.

Academically and athletically, the school competes under the "Broncos" mascot and is known for fostering a strong sense of school spirit and resilience. Like many schools in rural Nebraska, Wauneta-Palisade is dedicated to preparing its students for success after graduation, whether that path leads to higher education, trade schools, or the regional workforce. Through its programming, the school strives to balance traditional core curriculum with practical skills, maintaining a commitment to academic achievement while preserving the small-town values of the Chase County region.

For more information, contact WAUNETA-PALISADE HIGH SCHOOL at (308) 394-5650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

214 W WICHITA
WAUNETA, NE 69045-0368
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WAUNETA-PALISADE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in WAUNETA, NE with about 62 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
62
Teachers:
6.92
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 62 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WAUNETA-PALISADE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.

White
90.3%
Hispanic/Latino
8.1%
Two or more races
1.6%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.