3,447
Preschools
1,019
Elementary Schools
612
Middle Schools
435
High Schools
1,219
Public District Schools
2,877
Private Schools
4,096
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
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Parent / Guardian
April 28, 2024
Teachers are amazing- so caring and helpful! Families and friendly in the school.
Review for
Neihardt Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 27, 2024
Positive environment, caring staff, small student to teacher ratio. Character, morals & kindness become ingrained each day through all curriculum.
By High School many students are chosen Man or Women... More
Review for
St Joseph Catholic School
Parent / Guardian
April 13, 2024
Fantastic school in the heart of Omaha. Stellar new building that allows flexibility with teaching and learning. The teaching staff is superb, from support staff all the way to administration. You... More
Review for
Oakdale Elementary School