Best Schools in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Fort Calhoun Jr-sr High School
High · Fort Calhoun Community Schs. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fort Calhoun Elementary School
Elementary · Fort Calhoun Community Schs. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$347,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$347,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Calhoun
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 | Fort Calhoun Jr-sr High School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Fort Calhoun Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $118,281
- Median home value
- $347,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Calhoun compares
Median household income
$118k
159% of Nebraska median
About Schools in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska
Fort Calhoun, Nebraska is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Fort Calhoun 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 Fort Calhoun is Fort Calhoun Jr-sr High School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fort Calhoun is served by 1 school district: FORT CALHOUN COMMUNITY SCHS. These districts collectively serve 848 students.
Fort Calhoun's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,281. The poverty rate in the area is 6.4%.
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 | 465 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 383 students · 7th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in Fort Calhoun
Fort Calhoun, Nebraska · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,281
Median Home Value
$347,700
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
2,711
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Community Profile
Fort Calhoun has a median household income of $118,281. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $347,700, with a median rent of $1,019/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Nebraska
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Nebraska
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska
How many schools are in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
Fort Calhoun has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Calhoun is 6.8 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 Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
The top-ranked school in Fort Calhoun on MySchoolScout is Fort Calhoun Jr-sr High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Calhoun on MySchoolScout is Fort Calhoun Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
The top-ranked high school in Fort Calhoun on MySchoolScout is Fort Calhoun Jr-sr High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
Fort Calhoun is served by 1 school district: Fort Calhoun Community Schs.
What is the education level in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Fort Calhoun have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
The median household income in Fort Calhoun is approximately $118,281 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Calhoun is 16.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Calhoun, 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.