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Best Schools in Mccool Junction, Nebraska

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.2/10
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Mccool Junction Jr-sr High Sch

6.3/10

High · Mc Cool Junction Public Schs. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Mc Cool Junction Elem School

6.1/10

Elementary · Mc Cool Junction Public Schs. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.2

out of 10

Median Home

$176,100

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Mccool Junction

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 Mccool Junction Jr-sr High Sch 6.3 / 10
2 Mc Cool Junction Elem School 6.1 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.2/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$108,125

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$176,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
22%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
84%

Of occupied housing units

How Mccool Junction compares

Median household income

$108k

145% of Nebraska median

About Schools in Mccool Junction, Nebraska

Mccool Junction, 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 6.2 out of 10, schools in Mccool Junction 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 Mccool Junction is Mccool Junction Jr-sr High Sch with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Mccool Junction is served by 1 school district: MC COOL JUNCTION PUBLIC SCHS. These districts collectively serve 240 students.

Mccool Junction's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $108,125. The poverty rate in the area is 5.8%.

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: 68401 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 113 students · Pre-K–6th 6.1

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 127 students · 7th–12th 6.3

Schools in Mccool Junction

Mccool Junction, Nebraska · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$108,125

Median Home Value

$176,100

Median Rent

$903/mo

Population

1,073

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

84%

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Community Profile

Mccool Junction has a median household income of $108,125. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,100, with a median rent of $903/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Mccool Junction, Nebraska

How many schools are in Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

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

What is the average school rating in Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mccool Junction is 6.2 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 Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

The top-ranked school in Mccool Junction on MySchoolScout is Mccool Junction Jr-sr High Sch with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

The top-ranked elementary school in Mccool Junction on MySchoolScout is Mc Cool Junction Elem School with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best high school in Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

The top-ranked high school in Mccool Junction on MySchoolScout is Mccool Junction Jr-sr High Sch with a composite score of 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

Mccool Junction is served by 1 school district: Mc Cool Junction Public Schs.

What is the education level in Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Mccool Junction have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

The median household income in Mccool Junction is approximately $108,125 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Mccool Junction, Nebraska?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mccool Junction is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mccool Junction, 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.