For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 90 students in Cody, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Cody, NE are Cody-kilgore Middle School and Cody-kilgore High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cody, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Cody have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cody, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cody-kilgore Middle School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
360 West 4th Street
Cody, NE 69211
(402) 823-4117
Cody, NE 69211
(402) 823-4117
Gr: 6-8 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Cody-kilgore High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
360 W 4th St
Cody, NE 69211
(402) 823-4190
Cody, NE 69211
(402) 823-4190
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Cody, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hc 74 Box 6
Cody, NE 69211
(402) 823-4208
Cody, NE 69211
(402) 823-4208
Gr: PK-8 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cody, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Cody, NE include Cody-kilgore Middle School and Cody-kilgore High School.
How many public schools are located in Cody?
2 public schools are located in Cody.
What is the racial composition of students in Cody?
Cody public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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