For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 132 students in Arcadia, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Arcadia, NE are Arcadia High School and Arcadia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcadia, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Arcadia have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Arcadia, NE (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arcadia High School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
320 W Owens St
Arcadia, NE 68815
(308) 789-6522
Arcadia, NE 68815
(308) 789-6522
Gr: 7-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Arcadia Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
320 W Owens St
Arcadia, NE 68815
(308) 789-6522
Arcadia, NE 68815
(308) 789-6522
Gr: PK-6 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Arcadia, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Arcadia, NE include Arcadia High School and Arcadia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Arcadia?
2 public schools are located in Arcadia.
What is the racial composition of students in Arcadia?
Arcadia public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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