For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 118 students in Brainard, NE.
The top ranked public elementary school in Brainard, NE is Elementary School At Brainard. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brainard, NE public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Brainard have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Brainard, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elementary School At Brainard
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
212 S Madison
Brainard, NE 68626
(402) 545-2081
Brainard, NE 68626
(402) 545-2081
Grades: PK-6
| 118 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Brainard, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Brainard, NE include Elementary School At Brainard.
How many public elementary schools are located in Brainard?
1 public elementary schools are located in Brainard.
What is the racial composition of students in Brainard?
Brainard public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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