For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 168 students in Exeter, NE.
The top ranked public schools in Exeter, NE are Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter, Exeter-milligan Middle School and Exeter-milligan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Exeter, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Exeter have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Exeter, NE (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
318 S River Ave
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Gr: PK-5 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Exeter-milligan Middle School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
318 S River Ave
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Gr: 6-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Exeter-milligan High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
318 S River Ave
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Gr: 9-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Exeter, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Exeter, NE include Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter, Exeter-milligan Middle School and Exeter-milligan High School.
How many public schools are located in Exeter?
3 public schools are located in Exeter.
What is the racial composition of students in Exeter?
Exeter public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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