Cedar County Schools & Education
Cedar County, Nebraska
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
64/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
87.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.9%
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,400
National avg $13,239
State avg $10,521
School Score
64/100
Higher = better
State avg 64/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#45
of 93 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Cedar County
School Verdict
Cedar County performs at an average level with a school score of 64/100 and a solid graduation rate of 87.9%.
Funding Context
Cedar County spends $10,400 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Cedar County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 0% below the Nebraska average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Cedar County, Nebraska
Comprehensive Rural Schooling for 1,200 Students
Cedar County maintains 10 public schools across four districts, serving a total of 1,262 students. The county offers a balanced infrastructure with four elementary, two middle, and four high schools.
Solid Performance and Balanced Spending
The graduation rate of 87.9% is slightly above the national and state averages. The county spends $10,400 per pupil, nearly matching the Nebraska state average of $10,521 while maintaining a school score of 59.8.
Laurel-Concord-Coleridge and Hartington Newcastle
Laurel-Concord-Coleridge is the largest district with 415 students, closely followed by Hartington Newcastle Public Schools with 400 students. The county operates exclusively through traditional districts with no charter schools present.
The Heart of Rural Nebraska Education
All 10 schools in the county are classified as rural, providing a consistent, community-focused educational experience. Schools are generally small, averaging 126 students, with Hartington-Newcastle Elementary being the largest at 236 students.
A Stable Environment for Your Family
Cedar County offers a stable, high-quality public education system in a traditional rural setting. Families moving here can find homes in small, safe communities where schools serve as the central social and academic hub.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Cedar County
Total Enrollment
1,262
students
School Districts
4
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
4 School Districts in Cedar County
LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE SCHOOL
HARTINGTON NEWCASTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
RANDOLPH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
WYNOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
10 Public Schools in Cedar County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARTINGTON-NEWCASTLE ELEM AT HARTINGTON | HARTINGTON NEWCASTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS | PK–6 | Primary | 236 |
| LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE SCHOOL | PK–4 | Primary | 164 |
| HARTINGTON NEWCASTLE HIGH SCHOOL | HARTINGTON NEWCASTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS | 7–12 | High | 164 |
| RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | RANDOLPH PUBLIC SCHOOLS | PK–6 | Primary | 154 |
| LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE HIGH SCHOOL | LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE SCHOOL | 9–12 | High | 132 |
| LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL | LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE SCHOOL | 5–8 | Middle | 119 |
| RANDOLPH HIGH SCHOOL | RANDOLPH PUBLIC SCHOOLS | 7–12 | High | 106 |
| WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | WYNOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS | PK–4 | Primary | 75 |
| WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL | WYNOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS | 9–12 | High | 63 |
| WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL | WYNOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS | 5–8 | Middle | 49 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$10,400
State avg $10,521
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Cedar County, Nebraska — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Cedar County, Nebraska?
Cedar County maintains 10 public schools across four districts, serving a total of 1,262 students. The county offers a balanced infrastructure with four elementary, two middle, and four high schools.
How do schools in Cedar County perform academically?
The graduation rate of 87.9% is slightly above the national and state averages. The county spends $10,400 per pupil, nearly matching the Nebraska state average of $10,521 while maintaining a school score of 59.8.
What are the major school districts in Cedar County, Nebraska?
Laurel-Concord-Coleridge is the largest district with 415 students, closely followed by Hartington Newcastle Public Schools with 400 students. The county operates exclusively through traditional districts with no charter schools present.
What is the school experience like in Cedar County?
All 10 schools in the county are classified as rural, providing a consistent, community-focused educational experience. Schools are generally small, averaging 126 students, with Hartington-Newcastle Elementary being the largest at 236 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Cedar County, Nebraska?
Cedar County offers a stable, high-quality public education system in a traditional rural setting. Families moving here can find homes in small, safe communities where schools serve as the central social and academic hub.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.