Best Schools in Culbertson, Nebraska
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Hitchcock Co Elementary
Elementary · Hitchcock Co Sch System. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$103,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$103,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Culbertson
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 | Hitchcock Co Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $52,038
- Median home value
- $103,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Culbertson compares
Median household income
$52k
70% of Nebraska median
About Schools in Culbertson, Nebraska
Culbertson, Nebraska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Culbertson perform strongly 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 Culbertson is Hitchcock Co Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Culbertson is served by 1 school district: HITCHCOCK CO SCH SYSTEM. These districts collectively serve 290 students.
Culbertson's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,038. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
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 | 173 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.0 |
Schools in Culbertson
Culbertson, Nebraska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,038
Median Home Value
$103,700
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
1,088
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Culbertson has a median household income of $52,038. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,700, with a median rent of $835/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Culbertson, Nebraska
How many schools are in Culbertson, Nebraska?
Culbertson has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Culbertson, Nebraska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Culbertson is 8.0 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 Culbertson, Nebraska?
The top-ranked school in Culbertson on MySchoolScout is Hitchcock Co Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Culbertson, Nebraska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Culbertson on MySchoolScout is Hitchcock Co Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Culbertson, Nebraska?
Culbertson is served by 1 school district: Hitchcock Co Sch System.
What is the education level in Culbertson, Nebraska?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Culbertson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Culbertson, Nebraska?
The median household income in Culbertson is approximately $52,038 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Culbertson, Nebraska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Culbertson is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Culbertson, 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.