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Morrill County Schools & Education

School 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.

Parent decision brief

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

Elementary 1Middle 0High 1Other 0

2 listed schools in this county slice.

BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Elementary and high visible

337 students

Elementary 1Middle 0High 1Other 0

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

Elementary2
Middle0
High2
Other1

2 School Districts in Morrill County

BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2 schools
506 students

BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2 schools
337 students

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 data

Level

Showing 5 of 5 matching schools

BRIDGEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

BRIDGEPORT, 69336 / Rural: Remote

RecordPK–6Primary258 students

BRIDGEPORT HIGH SCHOOL

BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

BRIDGEPORT, 69336 / Rural: Remote

Record7–12High248 students

BAYARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

BAYARD, 69334 / Rural: Remote

RecordPK–6Primary179 students

BAYARD SECONDARY SCHOOL

BAYARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

BAYARD, 69334 / Rural: Remote

Record7–12High158 students

BRIDGEPORT HEAD START

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT 13

BRIDGEPORT, 69336 / Rural: Remote

RecordPKOther14 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$10,349

State avg $10,521

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Nebraska counties have the highest graduation rates?
Washington County (96.3%), Seward County (96.2%), and Keith County (95.4%) currently lead Nebraska among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Nebraska?
Across Nebraska counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $10,521. The highest current county values are Wheeler County ($19,491), Sioux County ($18,861), and Loup County ($18,703). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Morrill County?
Morrill County has a school score of 81/100, which is a higher measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Morrill County?
The high school graduation rate in Morrill County is 92.8%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Morrill County spend per student?
Morrill County spends $10,349 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

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.