For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 200 students in Arnold, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Arnold, NE are Arnold High School and Arnold Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arnold, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Arnold have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Arnold, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arnold High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
405 N Haskell
Arnold, NE 69120
(308) 848-2226
Arnold, NE 69120
(308) 848-2226
Gr: 7-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Arnold Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
405 N Haskell
Arnold, NE 69120
(308) 848-2226
Arnold, NE 69120
(308) 848-2226
Gr: PK-6 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Arnold, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Arnold, NE include Arnold High School and Arnold Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Arnold?
2 public schools are located in Arnold.
What is the racial composition of students in Arnold?
Arnold public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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