For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 267 students in Kenesaw, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Kenesaw, NE are Kenesaw Secondary School and Kenesaw Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kenesaw, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Kenesaw have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Kenesaw, NE (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenesaw Secondary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 N 5th Ave
Kenesaw, NE 68956
(402) 752-3215
Kenesaw, NE 68956
(402) 752-3215
Gr: 7-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Kenesaw Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 N 5th Ave
Kenesaw, NE 68956
(402) 752-3215
Kenesaw, NE 68956
(402) 752-3215
Gr: PK-6 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kenesaw, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Kenesaw, NE include Kenesaw Secondary School and Kenesaw Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kenesaw?
2 public schools are located in Kenesaw.
What is the racial composition of students in Kenesaw?
Kenesaw 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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