Best Schools in Minatare, Nebraska
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Minatare by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Lake Minatare School
Elementary · Scottsbluff Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Minatare High School
High · Minatare Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Minatare Elementary School
Elementary · Minatare Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Minatare for 2026 are Lake Minatare School (8.8/10), Minatare High School (5.0/10), and Minatare Elementary School (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$180,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$180,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Minatare
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Minatare School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Minatare High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Minatare Elementary School | 4.7 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $70,647
- Median home value
- $180,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Minatare compares
Nebraska rank
#59 of 98
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Nebraska avg (6.2)
Median household income
$71k
95% of Nebraska median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Minatare, Nebraska
Minatare, Nebraska is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Minatare 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 Minatare is Lake Minatare School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Minatare is served by 2 school districts: MINATARE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,586 students.
Minatare's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,647. The poverty rate in the area is 11.1%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 52 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Minatare
Minatare, Nebraska · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,647
Median Home Value
$180,400
Population
2,301
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Community Profile
Minatare has a median household income of $70,647. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $180,400. The area has a poverty rate of 11.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Nebraska
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Minatare, Nebraska
How many schools are in Minatare, Nebraska?
Minatare has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Minatare, Nebraska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Minatare 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 Minatare, Nebraska?
The top-ranked school in Minatare on MySchoolScout is Lake Minatare School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Minatare, Nebraska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Minatare on MySchoolScout is Lake Minatare School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best high school in Minatare, Nebraska?
The top-ranked high school in Minatare on MySchoolScout is Minatare High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Minatare, Nebraska?
Minatare is served by 2 school districts: Minatare Public Schools, Scottsbluff Public Schools.
What is the education level in Minatare, Nebraska?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Minatare have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Minatare, Nebraska?
The median household income in Minatare is approximately $70,647 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Minatare, Nebraska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Minatare is 6.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Minatare, 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.