For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 128 students in 68401, NE.
The top-ranked public high school in 68401, NE is Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 68401 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68401, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68401 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68401, NE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
209 South Gragan Ave
Mc Cool Junction, NE 68401
(402) 724-2231
Mc Cool Junction, NE 68401
(402) 724-2231
Gr: 7-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 68401, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 68401, NE include Mccool Junction Jr-sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68401?
1 public high schools are located in 68401.
What is the racial composition of students in 68401?
68401 public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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