For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 199 students in Paxton, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Paxton, NE are Paxton Elementary School and Paxton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paxton, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Paxton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Paxton, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paxton Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 N Elm
Paxton, NE 69155
(308) 239-4283
Paxton, NE 69155
(308) 239-4283
Gr: PK-6 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Paxton High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
308 N Elm
Paxton, NE 69155
(308) 239-4283
Paxton, NE 69155
(308) 239-4283
Gr: 7-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Paxton, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Paxton, NE include Paxton Elementary School and Paxton High School.
How many public schools are located in Paxton?
2 public schools are located in Paxton.
What is the racial composition of students in Paxton?
Paxton public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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