For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 331 students in Valley, NE.
The top-ranked public high school in Valley, NE is Douglas Co West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valley, NE public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Valley have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public high schools.
Valley, NE public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Douglas Co West High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Valley, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Douglas Co West High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 S Pine St
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 359-2121
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 359-2121
Gr: 9-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Douglas Co West Alternative High School
Alternative School
401 S Pine St
Valley, NE 68064
(531) 329-3403
Valley, NE 68064
(531) 329-3403
Gr: 9-12
Valley, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
402 S Pine Street
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 827-5339
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 827-5339
Gr: PK | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Valley, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in Valley, NE include Douglas Co West High School.
How many public high schools are located in Valley?
2 public high schools are located in Valley.
What is the racial composition of students in Valley?
Valley public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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