For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 328 students in Axtell, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Axtell, NE are Axtell Elementary School and Axtell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Axtell, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Axtell have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Axtell, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Axtell Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Main St
Axtell, NE 68924
(308) 743-2415
Axtell, NE 68924
(308) 743-2415
Gr: PK-6 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Axtell High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Main St
Axtell, NE 68924
(308) 743-2415
Axtell, NE 68924
(308) 743-2415
Gr: 7-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Axtell, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 Main St
Axtell, NE 68924
(308) 743-2415
Axtell, NE 68924
(308) 743-2415
Gr: 6-8 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Axtell, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Axtell, NE include Axtell Elementary School and Axtell High School.
How many public schools are located in Axtell?
2 public schools are located in Axtell.
What is the racial composition of students in Axtell?
Axtell public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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