Best Schools in Blue Springs, Nebraska
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Southern Elementary School
Elementary · Southern School District 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$56,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$56,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Blue Springs
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southern Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $56,563
- Median home value
- $56,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Blue Springs compares
Median household income
$57k
76% of Nebraska median
About Schools in Blue Springs, Nebraska
Blue Springs, Nebraska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Blue Springs show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Blue Springs is Southern Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Blue Springs is served by 1 school district: SOUTHERN SCHOOL DISTRICT 1. These districts collectively serve 374 students.
Blue Springs's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,563. The poverty rate in the area is 16.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 199 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.8 |
Schools in Blue Springs
Blue Springs, Nebraska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,563
Median Home Value
$56,000
Median Rent
$1,118/mo
Population
439
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Community Profile
Blue Springs has a median household income of $56,563. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $56,000, with a median rent of $1,118/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Nebraska
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Blue Springs, Nebraska
How many schools are in Blue Springs, Nebraska?
Blue Springs has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Blue Springs, Nebraska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Blue Springs is 4.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Blue Springs, Nebraska?
The top-ranked school in Blue Springs on MySchoolScout is Southern Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Blue Springs, Nebraska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Blue Springs on MySchoolScout is Southern Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Blue Springs, Nebraska?
Blue Springs is served by 1 school district: Southern School District 1.
What is the education level in Blue Springs, Nebraska?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Blue Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Blue Springs, Nebraska?
The median household income in Blue Springs is approximately $56,563 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Blue Springs, Nebraska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Blue Springs is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Blue Springs, Nebraska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Nebraska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.