For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 124 students in Exeter, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NE are Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter and Exeter-milligan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Exeter, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Exeter have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Exeter, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
318 S River Ave
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Gr: PK-5 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Exeter-milligan Middle School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
318 S River Ave
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Gr: 6-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NE include Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter and Exeter-milligan Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Exeter?
2 public elementary schools are located in Exeter.
What is the racial composition of students in Exeter?
Exeter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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