For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 125 students in Gurley, NE.
The top-ranked public school in Gurley, NE is Leyton Elementary/junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gurley, NE public school have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Gurley have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gurley, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leyton Elementary/junior High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
521 Rose St
Gurley, NE 69141
(308) 884-2247
Gurley, NE 69141
(308) 884-2247
Gr: PK-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gurley, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Gurley, NE include Leyton Elementary/junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Gurley?
1 public schools are located in Gurley.
What is the racial composition of students in Gurley?
Gurley public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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