For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 394 students in Mitchell, NE.
The top-ranked public preschool in Mitchell, NE is Mitchell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mitchell, NE public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in Mitchell have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Mitchell, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1439 13th Ave
Mitchell, NE 69357
(308) 623-2828
Mitchell, NE 69357
(308) 623-2828
Gr: PK-6 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
1463 12th Avenue
Mitchell, NE 69357
(308) 623-2828
Mitchell, NE 69357
(308) 623-2828
Gr: PK | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Mitchell, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100928 Cr 16
Mitchell, NE 69357
(308) 632-6394
Mitchell, NE 69357
(308) 632-6394
Gr: PK-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Mitchell, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in Mitchell, NE include Mitchell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Mitchell?
2 public preschools are located in Mitchell.
What is the racial composition of students in Mitchell?
Mitchell public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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