For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 275 students in Brainard, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Brainard, NE are High School At Brainard and Elementary School At Brainard. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brainard, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Brainard have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 Brainard, NE (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High School At Brainard
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
212 S Madison
Brainard, NE 68626
(402) 545-2081
Brainard, NE 68626
(402) 545-2081
Gr: 7-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Elementary School At Brainard
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
212 S Madison
Brainard, NE 68626
(402) 545-2081
Brainard, NE 68626
(402) 545-2081
Gr: PK-6 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Brainard, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Brainard, NE include High School At Brainard and Elementary School At Brainard.
How many public schools are located in Brainard?
2 public schools are located in Brainard.
What is the racial composition of students in Brainard?
Brainard 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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