For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 122 students in Exeter, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NE are Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter and Exeter-milligan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Exeter, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Exeter have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools in Exeter, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
318 S River Ave
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Grades: PK-5
| 94 students
Rank: #22.
Exeter-milligan Middle School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
318 S River Ave
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Exeter, NE 68351
(402) 266-5911
Grades: 6-8
| 28 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NE include Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter and Exeter-milligan Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Exeter?
2 public elementary schools are located in Exeter.
What is the racial composition of students in Exeter?
Exeter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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