For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 897 students in 69001, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 69001, NE are Mc Cook Elementary School, Mc Cook Junior High School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 69001 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 69001, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 69001, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mc Cook Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 W 3rd St
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5681
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-5681
Gr: PK-3 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Mc Cook Junior High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 W 7th St
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-6940
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-6940
Gr: 6-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
604 W 1st
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-3976
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(308) 345-3976
Gr: 4-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 69001, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 69001, NE include Mc Cook Elementary School, Mc Cook Junior High School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 69001?
3 public elementary schools are located in 69001.
What is the racial composition of students in 69001?
69001 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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