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6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Cody, Nebraska

2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Cody by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Cody-kilgore High School

8.3/10

High · Cody-kilgore Public Schs. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Cody-kilgore Middle School

4.8/10

Middle · Cody-kilgore Public Schs. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.6

out of 10

Median Home

$122,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Cody

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Cody-kilgore High School 8.3 / 10
2 Cody-kilgore Middle School 4.8 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.6/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$85,625

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$122,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
33%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
61%

Of occupied housing units

How Cody compares

Median household income

$86k

115% of Nebraska median

About Schools in Cody, Nebraska

Cody, Nebraska is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Cody 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 Cody is Cody-kilgore High School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Cody is served by 1 school district: CODY-KILGORE PUBLIC SCHS. These districts collectively serve 157 students.

Cody's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,625. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 69211 (2)

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 34 students · 6th–8th 4.8

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 56 students · 9th–12th 8.3

Schools in Cody

Cody, Nebraska · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$85,625

Median Home Value

$122,900

Median Rent

$615/mo

Population

305

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

61%

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Community Profile

Cody has a median household income of $85,625. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $122,900, with a median rent of $615/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

Middle
1
High
1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Cody, Nebraska

How many schools are in Cody, Nebraska?

Cody has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Cody, Nebraska?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cody is 6.6 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 Cody, Nebraska?

The top-ranked school in Cody on MySchoolScout is Cody-kilgore High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Cody, Nebraska?

The top-ranked middle school in Cody on MySchoolScout is Cody-kilgore Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10.

What is the best high school in Cody, Nebraska?

The top-ranked high school in Cody on MySchoolScout is Cody-kilgore High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

How many school districts serve Cody, Nebraska?

Cody is served by 1 school district: Cody-kilgore Public Schs.

What is the education level in Cody, Nebraska?

According to Census data, 33% of adults in Cody have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Cody, Nebraska?

The median household income in Cody is approximately $85,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Cody, Nebraska?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cody is 8.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cody, 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.