For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 546 students in Battle Creek, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 154 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Battle Creek, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Battle Creek, NE are Battle Creek Elementary School and Battle Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Battle Creek, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Battle Creek have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Battle Creek, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Battle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
305 S 4th
Battle Creek, NE 68715
(402) 675-8085
Battle Creek, NE 68715
(402) 675-8085
Grades: PK-6
| 280 students
Rank: #22.
Battle Creek High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
605 West Martin St
Battle Creek, NE 68715
(402) 675-3705
Battle Creek, NE 68715
(402) 675-3705
Grades: 7-12
| 266 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Battle Creek, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Battle Creek, NE include Battle Creek Elementary School and Battle Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in Battle Creek?
2 public schools are located in Battle Creek.
What percentage of students in Battle Creek go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Battle Creek are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Battle Creek?
Battle Creek public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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