For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 273 students in Cairo, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Cairo, NE is Centura Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cairo, NE public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cairo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cairo, NE (2026-27)
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Cairo, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cairo, NE include Centura Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cairo?
1 public elementary schools are located in Cairo.
What is the racial composition of students in Cairo?
Cairo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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