Districts in Kearney County3 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axtell Community Schools | Axtell | 9/10 Excellent · 85th pct | 335 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Wilcox-Hildreth Public Schools | Hildreth | 5/10 Average · 40th pct | 234 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Minden Public Schools | Heartwell | 4/10 Below Average · 35th pct | 820 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
How Kearney County compares
Together they enroll 1,389 students across 8 schools. The largest is Minden Public Schools with 820 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, above the Nebraska average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 4/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Kearney County, Nebraska
Kearney County has 3 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Kearney County is Axtell 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.
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