3,447
Preschools
1,019
Elementary Schools
612
Middle Schools
436
High Schools
1,220
Public District Schools
2,877
Private Schools
4,097
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 GreatSchools 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
51,914 students | OMAHA, NE
Grades PK, K-12 | 116 schools -
Lincoln Public Schools
41,674 students | LINCOLN, NE
Grades PK, K-12 | 72 schools -
Millard Public Schools
23,633 students | OMAHA, NE
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 36 schools -
Papillion-La Vista Public Schools
11,831 students | PAPILLION, NE
Grades PK, K-12 | 21 schools -
Elkhorn Public Schools
10,642 students | OMAHA, NE
Grades PK, K-12 | 22 schools
Reviews From Schools in Nebraska
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Current student
July 23, 2024
Good school- inconsistent sometimes but overall, I like it
Review for
Columbus High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
July 19, 2024
if you are a part of the close knit families this can be a wonderful place, however many people feel uncomfortable and unwelcome here.
Review for
Manchester Elementary School
Current student
July 17, 2024
It's really full of bullying and that is bad
Review for
Norris Middle School