| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia Public Schools | Arcadia | 9/10 Excellent · 84th pct | 124 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Central Valley Public Schools | North Loup | 6/10 Average · 50th pct | 327 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Ord Public Schools | Elyria | 2/10 Poor · 16th pct | 562 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Valley County compares
Together they enroll 1,013 students across 7 schools. The largest is Ord Public Schools with 562 students. Districts here average 5.7/10, above the Nebraska average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Valley County, Nebraska
Valley County has 3 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Valley County is Arcadia Public 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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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Valley County, NE?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Valley County, NE. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Valley County, NE?
Of the districts serving Valley County, Arcadia Public Schools has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 84th percentile among Nebraska school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Nebraska reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Nebraska and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Nebraska only, never across state lines.