For the 2025 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-6
| 84 students
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
Grades: 7-12
| 83 students
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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