For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 289 students in Leigh, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Leigh, NE are Leigh High School and Leigh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leigh, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Leigh have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Leigh, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leigh High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
222 W 4th St
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-2228
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-2228
Gr: 7-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Leigh Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 W 4th St
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-3301
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-3301
Gr: PK-6 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Leigh, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Leigh, NE include Leigh High School and Leigh Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Leigh?
2 public schools are located in Leigh.
What is the racial composition of students in Leigh?
Leigh public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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