For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 201 students in Leigh, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Leigh, NE is Leigh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leigh, NE public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Leigh have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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 Leigh, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leigh Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 W 4th St
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-3301
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-3301
Gr: PK-6 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Leigh, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Leigh, NE include Leigh Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Leigh?
1 public elementary schools are located in Leigh.
What is the racial composition of students in Leigh?
Leigh public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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