Kimball County Schools & Education
Kimball County, Nebraska
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
70/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.9%
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,322
National avg $13,239
State avg $10,521
School Score
70/100
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
#35
of 93 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Kimball County
School Verdict
Kimball County performs at an average level with a school score of 70/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.0%.
Funding Context
Kimball County spends $10,322 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 Kimball County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 9% above the Nebraska average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Kimball County, Nebraska
Focused Education in the High Plains
Kimball County maintains 3 public schools that provide education to 485 students within a single primary school district. The infrastructure consists of 2 elementary schools and 1 high school, serving a largely rural population.
Competitive Results on a State Budget
The county delivers a strong 90.0% graduation rate, which beats both the state average of 86.9% and the national average of 87.0%. With a school score of 60.7 and per-pupil spending of $10,322, the county stays highly competitive with state performance metrics.
Kimball Public Schools Leads the Way
Kimball Public Schools is the central provider, educating 394 of the county's students across 2 campuses. Traditional public education is the exclusive model here, as the county currently hosts no charter schools.
A Dedicated Rural Campus Environment
All three schools in the county operate in rural locales with an average enrollment of 162 students. Mary Lynch Elementary is the largest campus with 227 students, while Potter-Dix Elementary serves as a smaller primary option with 91 students.
Discover Stability in Kimball Real Estate
Kimball County offers a stable, high-performing school system that attracts families looking for a rural pace with solid academic outcomes. Real estate near Mary Lynch Elementary is particularly popular for buyers prioritizing school proximity.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in Kimball County
Total Enrollment
485
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Kimball County
KIMBALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
3 Public Schools in Kimball County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARY LYNCH ELEMENTARY | KIMBALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS | PK–6 | Primary | 227 |
| KIMBALL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL | KIMBALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS | 7–12 | High | 167 |
| POTTER-DIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | POTTER-DIX PUBLIC SCHOOLS | PK–6 | Primary | 91 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$10,322
State avg $10,521
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Kimball County, Nebraska — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Kimball County, Nebraska?
Kimball County maintains 3 public schools that provide education to 485 students within a single primary school district. The infrastructure consists of 2 elementary schools and 1 high school, serving a largely rural population.
How do schools in Kimball County perform academically?
The county delivers a strong 90.0% graduation rate, which beats both the state average of 86.9% and the national average of 87.0%. With a school score of 60.7 and per-pupil spending of $10,322, the county stays highly competitive with state performance metrics.
What are the major school districts in Kimball County, Nebraska?
Kimball Public Schools is the central provider, educating 394 of the county's students across 2 campuses. Traditional public education is the exclusive model here, as the county currently hosts no charter schools.
What is the school experience like in Kimball County?
All three schools in the county operate in rural locales with an average enrollment of 162 students. Mary Lynch Elementary is the largest campus with 227 students, while Potter-Dix Elementary serves as a smaller primary option with 91 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Kimball County, Nebraska?
Kimball County offers a stable, high-performing school system that attracts families looking for a rural pace with solid academic outcomes. Real estate near Mary Lynch Elementary is particularly popular for buyers prioritizing school proximity.
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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.