For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 149 students in Merna, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Merna, NE is Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Merna, NE public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Merna have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Merna, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
750 N Conway St
Merna, NE 68856
(308) 643-2224
Merna, NE 68856
(308) 643-2224
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Merna, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Merna, NE include Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna.
How many public elementary schools are located in Merna?
1 public elementary schools are located in Merna.
What is the racial composition of students in Merna?
Merna public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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