For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 485 students in Cairo, NE (there are , serving 54 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Cairo, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Cairo, NE are Centura Elementary School and Centura Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cairo, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Cairo have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cairo, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Centura Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 N Hwy 11
Cairo, NE 68824
(308) 485-4258
Cairo, NE 68824
(308) 485-4258
Grades: PK-6
| 286 students
Rank: #22.
Centura Secondary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 N Hwy 11
Cairo, NE 68824
(308) 485-4258
Cairo, NE 68824
(308) 485-4258
Grades: 7-12
| 199 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cairo, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Cairo, NE include Centura Elementary School and Centura Secondary School.
How many public schools are located in Cairo?
2 public schools are located in Cairo.
What percentage of students in Cairo go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Cairo are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cairo?
Cairo public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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