For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 289 students in Mead, NE.
The top ranked public schools in Mead, NE are Mead High School and Mead Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mead, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Mead have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mead, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mead High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
114 N Vine
Mead, NE 68041
(402) 624-3435
Mead, NE 68041
(402) 624-3435
Grades: 7-12
| 132 students
Rank: #22.
Mead Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
115 N Elm
Mead, NE 68041
(402) 624-6465
Mead, NE 68041
(402) 624-6465
Grades: PK-6
| 157 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mead, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Mead, NE include Mead High School and Mead Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mead?
2 public schools are located in Mead.
What is the racial composition of students in Mead?
Mead public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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