For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 463 students in 68824, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 54 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 68824, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68824, NE are Centura Elementary School and Centura Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68824 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68824, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68824, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centura Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 N Hwy 11
Cairo, NE 68824
(308) 485-4258
Cairo, NE 68824
(308) 485-4258
Gr: PK-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Centura Secondary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 N Hwy 11
Cairo, NE 68824
(308) 485-4258
Cairo, NE 68824
(308) 485-4258
Gr: 7-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68824, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68824, NE include Centura Elementary School and Centura Secondary School.
How many public schools are located in 68824?
2 public schools are located in 68824.
What percentage of students in 68824 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 68824 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68824?
68824 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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