3,485
Preschools
597
Middle Schools
448
High Schools
1,275
Public District Schools
2,874
Private Schools
4,149
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Nebraska based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Nebraska at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Nebraska offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Nebraska
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Omaha Public Schools
51,754 students | OMAHA, NE
Grades PK, K-12 | 124 schools -
Lincoln Public Schools
41,850 students | LINCOLN, NE
Grades PK, K-12 | 80 schools -
Millard Public Schools
23,637 students | OMAHA, NE
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 37 schools -
Papillion-La Vista Public Schools
12,031 students | PAPILLION, NE
Grades PK, K-12 | 23 schools -
Elkhorn Public Schools
11,319 students | OMAHA, NE
Grades PK, K-12 | 23 schools
Reviews From Schools in Nebraska
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Parent / Guardian
February 21, 2025
My children have been going to Upchurch for 4 years now and they absolutely love it and the teachers are great! We have zero complaints and my children have done really well there. I also have a child... More
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Upchurch Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
February 17, 2025
We love SRB! The teachers, principal and staff are so welcoming and helpful! We have 4 kids and they all have different academic needs and personalities. St Roberts has adjusted to each one of them... More
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St Robert Bellarmine School
Parent / Guardian
February 11, 2025
We have had two children attend St. Robert Bellarmine. Our daughter moved on to Marian and our son is a current student. My daughter was completely prepared to move on to Marian and it was a seamless... More
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St Robert Bellarmine School