For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 675 students in Pierce, NE (there are , serving 120 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Pierce, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Pierce, NE are Pierce Jr/sr High School and Pierce Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pierce, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Pierce have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Pierce, NE (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pierce Jr/sr High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 N Sunset
Pierce, NE 68767
(402) 329-6217
Pierce, NE 68767
(402) 329-6217
Gr: 7-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Pierce Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
211 N 7th
Pierce, NE 68767
(402) 329-4302
Pierce, NE 68767
(402) 329-4302
Gr: PK-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pierce, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Pierce, NE include Pierce Jr/sr High School and Pierce Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pierce?
2 public schools are located in Pierce.
What percentage of students in Pierce go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Pierce are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pierce?
Pierce public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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