For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 382 students in Alma, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Alma, NE are Alma Elementary At Alma and Alma High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alma, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Alma have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alma, NE (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alma Elementary At Alma
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
515 Jewell St
Alma, NE 68920
(308) 928-2131
Alma, NE 68920
(308) 928-2131
Gr: PK-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Alma High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
515 Jewell St
Alma, NE 68920
(308) 928-2131
Alma, NE 68920
(308) 928-2131
Gr: 7-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alma, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Alma, NE include Alma Elementary At Alma and Alma High School.
How many public schools are located in Alma?
2 public schools are located in Alma.
What is the racial composition of students in Alma?
Alma public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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