For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,386 students in 69001, NE (there are , serving 169 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 69001, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 69001, NE are Mc Cook Elementary School, Mc Cook Junior High School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 69001 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 69001, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 69001, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mc Cook Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 W 3rd St
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5681
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5681
Grades: PK-3
| 438 students
Rank: #22.
Mc Cook Junior High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 W 7th St
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-6940
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-6940
Grades: 6-8
| 310 students
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
604 W 1st
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-3976
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-3976
Grades: 4-5
| 188 students
Rank: #44.
Mc Cook Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 W 7th St
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5422
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5422
Grades: 9-12
| 450 students
Rank: n/an/a
Step School
Alternative School
305 East 1st
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-7341
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-7341
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
69001, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Center For Spec Education (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
N Hwy 83
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-2072
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-2072
Grades: PK-12
| 6 students
38397 Road 721
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5679
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5679
Grades: PK-8
| 10 students
500 E 5th St
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5624
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5624
Grades: PK-6
| 160 students
Mc Cook Alternative Education (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
404 West 7th Street
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5631
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5631
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
300 W 4th St
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-4106
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-4106
Grades: K-6
| 98 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 69001, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 69001, NE include Mc Cook Elementary School, Mc Cook Junior High School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 69001?
5 public schools are located in 69001.
What percentage of students in 69001 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 69001 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 69001?
69001 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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