6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Cook, Nebraska

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.3/10

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Schools

in this city

Avg Score

6.3

out of 10

Median Home

$126,900

home value · ACS

District

serving the city

Schools

in this city

Avg Score

6.3

out of 10

Median Home

$126,900

home value · ACS

District

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Cook

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	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Johnson Co Central Elem-cook	6.9 / 10	Elementary	—	61th
2	Johnson Co Central Middle Sch	5.8 / 10	Middle	—	39th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.3/10
Median household income: $76,429
Median home value: $126,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Avg commute: 27 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

How Cook compares

Median household income

$76k

103% of Nebraska median

About Schools in Cook, Nebraska

Cook, Nebraska is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Cook 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 Cook is Johnson Co Central Elem-cook with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Cook is served by 1 school district: JOHNSON CO CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHS. These districts collectively serve 521 students.

Cook's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,429. The poverty rate in the area is 3.9%.

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 Level: All Levels (2) Elementary (1) Middle (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (2) Public (2)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (2) Academics (2) Growth (2) Resources (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Johnson Co Central Elem-cook 82 students · Pre-K–5th	82	Pre-K–5th	6.9

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Johnson Co Central Middle Sch 120 students · 6th–8th	120	6th–8th	5.8

Schools in Cook

Cook, Nebraska · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$76,429

Median Home Value

$126,900

Median Rent

$600/mo

Population

589

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Community Profile

Cook has a median household income of $76,429. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $126,900, with a median rent of $600/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Nebraska
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Cook schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Cook 📊 Niche Cook Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

JOHNSON CO CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHS

4 schools · 521 students

Nearby Cities

Nebraska City (5 schools)

19 mi

Weeping Water (3 schools)

Pawnee City (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in Nebraska

Top metros statewide by school count.

Omaha 193 schools Lincoln 86 schools Bellevue 34 schools Grand Island 27 schools

How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Cook, Nebraska

How many schools are in Cook, Nebraska?

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

What is the average school rating in Cook, Nebraska?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cook is 6.3 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 Cook, Nebraska?

The top-ranked school in Cook on MySchoolScout is Johnson Co Central Elem-cook with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Cook, Nebraska?

The top-ranked elementary school in Cook on MySchoolScout is Johnson Co Central Elem-cook with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Cook, Nebraska?

The top-ranked middle school in Cook on MySchoolScout is Johnson Co Central Middle Sch with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Cook, Nebraska?

Cook is served by 1 school district: Johnson Co Central Public Schs.

What is the education level in Cook, Nebraska?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Cook have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Cook, Nebraska?

The median household income in Cook is approximately $76,429 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cook is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cook, 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.