Districts in Cherry County2 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valentine Community Schools | Elsmere | 9/10 Excellent · 81st pct | 623 | 5 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Cody-Kilgore Public Schools | Cody | 7/10 Good · 60th pct | 158 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Cherry County compares
Together they enroll 781 students across 8 schools. The largest is Valentine Community Schools with 623 students. Districts here average 8.0/10, above the Nebraska average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 7/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Cherry County, Nebraska
Cherry County has 2 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Cherry County is Valentine Community Schools (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Nebraska. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
Enter your zip code on any page to confirm your exact district assignment — district boundaries are address-specific and may not follow county or city lines.