For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 127 students in 69166, NE.
The top ranked public schools in 69166, NE are Thedford Elementary Attendance Center and Thedford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 69166 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 69166, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 69166, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thedford Elementary Attendance Center
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
407 Court
Thedford, NE 69166
(308) 645-2214
Thedford, NE 69166
(308) 645-2214
Grades: PK-6
| 67 students
Rank: #22.
Thedford High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
304 Maple St
Thedford, NE 69166
(308) 645-2230
Thedford, NE 69166
(308) 645-2230
Grades: 7-12
| 60 students
69166, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
407 Court Box 248
Thedford, NE 69166
(308) 645-2214
Thedford, NE 69166
(308) 645-2214
Grades: PK-6
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 69166, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 69166, NE include Thedford Elementary Attendance Center and Thedford High School.
How many public schools are located in 69166?
2 public schools are located in 69166.
What is the racial composition of students in 69166?
69166 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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