Morrill County Schools & Education
Morrill County, Nebraska
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
81/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
92.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.9%
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,349
National avg $13,239
State avg $10,521
School Score
81/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 64/100
State Score Position
#11
of 93 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Morrill County
Measured School Summary
Morrill County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 81/100 and a graduation rate of 92.8%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Morrill County spends $10,349 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 27% above the Nebraska average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Morrill County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
5 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
81/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #11 of 93 Nebraska counties with school score data.
Completion
92.8%
5.9 pts above the state average
Funding context
$10,349
$172 below the state average
School coverage
5
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Morrill County has 5 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Morrill County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Morrill County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#11
of 93 Nebraska counties with school score data. The county score is 17 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary and high visible
506 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary and high visible
337 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS is the largest listed district slice, with 2 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Morrill County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Morrill County district systems?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Morrill County, Nebraska
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Educational Access in Morrill County
Morrill County operates five public schools across two districts, catering to a total enrollment of 857 students. The system is distributed across two elementary schools, two high schools, and one specialized facility.
Graduation Success Beats State Average
Academic results are strong, with a 92.8% graduation rate that beats the Nebraska average of 86.9%. Per-pupil expenditure stands at $10,349, aligning closely with the state's investment levels.
Bridgeport and Bayard Districts
Bridgeport Public Schools is the larger district with 506 students, while Bayard Public Schools serves 337. There are no charter schools, as the county relies on these two primary public districts.
A Consistent Rural School Feel
Every school in the county is situated in a rural locale, creating a consistent community feel for all students. Bridgeport Elementary is the largest campus with 258 students, while Bridgeport Head Start serves as a small specialized site.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Morrill County
Reported Enrollment
857
5 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Morrill County
BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
5 Public Schools in Morrill County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 5 of 5 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRIDGEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS | BRIDGEPORT, 69336Rural: Remote | PK–6 | Primary | 258 |
| BRIDGEPORT HIGH SCHOOL | Record | BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS | BRIDGEPORT, 69336Rural: Remote | 7–12 | High | 248 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS | BAYARD, 69334Rural: Remote | PK–6 | Primary | 179 |
| BAYARD SECONDARY SCHOOL | Record | BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS | BAYARD, 69334Rural: Remote | 7–12 | High | 158 |
| BRIDGEPORT HEAD START | Record | EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT 13 | BRIDGEPORT, 69336Rural: Remote | PK | Other | 14 |
BRIDGEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BRIDGEPORT, 69336 / Rural: Remote
BRIDGEPORT HIGH SCHOOL
BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BRIDGEPORT, 69336 / Rural: Remote
BAYARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BAYARD, 69334 / Rural: Remote
BRIDGEPORT HEAD START
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT 13
BRIDGEPORT, 69336 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$10,349
State avg $10,521
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Schools in Morrill County, Nebraska — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Morrill County, Nebraska?
Morrill County operates five public schools across two districts, catering to a total enrollment of 857 students. The system is distributed across two elementary schools, two high schools, and one specialized facility.
How do schools in Morrill County perform academically?
Academic results are strong, with a 92.8% graduation rate that beats the Nebraska average of 86.9%. Per-pupil expenditure stands at $10,349, aligning closely with the state's investment levels.
What are the major school districts in Morrill County, Nebraska?
Bridgeport Public Schools is the larger district with 506 students, while Bayard Public Schools serves 337. There are no charter schools, as the county relies on these two primary public districts.
What is the school experience like in Morrill County?
Every school in the county is situated in a rural locale, creating a consistent community feel for all students. Bridgeport Elementary is the largest campus with 258 students, while Bridgeport Head Start serves as a small specialized site.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.