For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 219 students in Daykin, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Daykin, NE are Meridian Elementary School and Meridian High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Daykin, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Daykin have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Daykin, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
72380 560th Ave
Daykin, NE 68338
(402) 446-7265
Daykin, NE 68338
(402) 446-7265
Gr: PK-6 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Meridian High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
72380 560th Ave
Daykin, NE 68338
(402) 446-7265
Daykin, NE 68338
(402) 446-7265
Gr: 7-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Daykin, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Daykin, NE include Meridian Elementary School and Meridian High School.
How many public schools are located in Daykin?
2 public schools are located in Daykin.
What is the racial composition of students in Daykin?
Daykin public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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