For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 167 students in Sargent, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Sargent, NE are Sargent Elementary School and Sargent High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sargent, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Sargent have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sargent, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sargent Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 N 5th St
Sargent, NE 68874
(308) 527-4119
Sargent, NE 68874
(308) 527-4119
Gr: PK-6 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Sargent High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 N 5th St
Sargent, NE 68874
(308) 527-4119
Sargent, NE 68874
(308) 527-4119
Gr: 7-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sargent, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Sargent, NE include Sargent Elementary School and Sargent High School.
How many public schools are located in Sargent?
2 public schools are located in Sargent.
What is the racial composition of students in Sargent?
Sargent public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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