For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 208 students in Neligh, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Neligh, NE is Eastward Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Neligh, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Neligh have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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 Neligh, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastward Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 J St
Neligh, NE 68756
(402) 887-5290
Neligh, NE 68756
(402) 887-5290
Gr: 3-6 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
500 West 8th St
Neligh, NE 68756
(402) 887-4754
Neligh, NE 68756
(402) 887-4754
Gr: PK-2 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Neligh, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Neligh, NE include Eastward Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Neligh?
2 public elementary schools are located in Neligh.
What is the racial composition of students in Neligh?
Neligh public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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