5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Scottsbluff, Nebraska

14 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 5 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 11

Private: 3

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Estimated Scores: 11%

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Elementary · Scottsbluff Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Scottsbluff for 2026 are Longfellow Elementary School (7.7/10), Westmoor Elementary School (6.8/10), and St Agnes Catholic School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Scottsbluff

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Longfellow Elementary School	7.7 / 10	Elementary	—	75th
2	Westmoor Elementary School	6.8 / 10	Elementary	—	58th
3	St Agnes Catholic School	6.7 / 10	Elementary	—	62th
4	Community Christian School of Western Nebraska	6.4 / 10	Elementary	—	48th
5	Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch	6.3 / 10	Elementary	—	49th
6	Roosevelt Elementary School	5.6 / 10	Elementary	—	35th
7	Scottsbluff Senior High School	5.0 / 10	High	—	26th
8	Bluffs Middle School	4.9 / 10	Middle	—	24th

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At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $55,531
Median home value: $154,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 27%
Owner-occupied homes: 60%

How Scottsbluff compares

Nebraska rank

#66 of 98

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.4

below Nebraska avg (6.2)

Median household income

$56k

75% of Nebraska median

Schools in this city

9

About Schools in Scottsbluff, Nebraska

Scottsbluff, Nebraska is home to 14 schools, including 11 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Scottsbluff 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 Scottsbluff is Longfellow Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Scottsbluff is served by 2 school districts: SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS, EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT 13. These districts collectively serve 3,517 students.

Scottsbluff's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,531. The poverty rate in the area is 15.7%.

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 (14) Elementary (6) Middle (2) High (1)

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (14) Academics (7) Growth (6) Resources (7)

Filter by ZIP: 69361 (14)

Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Longfellow Elementary School 390 students · Pre-K–5th	390	Pre-K–5th	7.7
2	Westmoor Elementary School 393 students · Pre-K–5th	393	Pre-K–5th	6.8
3	Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch 299 students · Pre-K–5th	299	Pre-K–5th	6.3
4	Roosevelt Elementary School 249 students · Pre-K–5th	249	Pre-K–5th	5.6
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	St Agnes Catholic School Private 97 students · Pre-K–5th	97	Pre-K–5th	6.7
2	Community Christian School of Western Nebraska Private 58 students · Pre-K–5th	58	Pre-K–5th	6.4

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Bluffs Middle School 805 students · 6th–8th	805	6th–8th	4.9
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Valley View School Private 4 students · 3rd–5th	4	3rd–5th	—

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Scottsbluff Senior High School 1,062 students · 9th–12th	1,062	9th–12th	5.0

Other Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Early Childhood Learning Center 172 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	172	Pre-K–Pre-K	3.2
2	Meridian School 21 students · Pre-K–12th	21	Pre-K–12th	—
3	Home Based 9 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	9	Pre-K–Pre-K	—
4	Western Nebrask Child Dev Center (wncdc) 12 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	12	Pre-K–Pre-K	—
5	Early Learning Center 16 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	16	Pre-K–Pre-K	—

Schools in Scottsbluff

Scottsbluff, Nebraska · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$55,531

Median Home Value

$154,400

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

16,965

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

60%

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Community Profile

Scottsbluff has a median household income of $55,531. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,400, with a median rent of $949/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Nebraska
Elementary: 6
Middle: 2
High: 1
Other: 5

Resources

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School Districts (2)

SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS

8 schools · 3,445 students

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT 13

8 schools · 72 students

Nearby Cities

Harrisburg (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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Scottsbluff, Nebraska

How many schools are in Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

Scottsbluff has 14 schools, including 11 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Scottsbluff is 5.8 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 Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

The top-ranked school in Scottsbluff on MySchoolScout is Longfellow Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

The top-ranked elementary school in Scottsbluff on MySchoolScout is Longfellow Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

The top-ranked middle school in Scottsbluff on MySchoolScout is Bluffs Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.

What is the best high school in Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

The top-ranked high school in Scottsbluff on MySchoolScout is Scottsbluff Senior High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.

How many school districts serve Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

Scottsbluff is served by 2 school districts: Scottsbluff Public Schools, Educational Service Unit 13.

What is the education level in Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Scottsbluff have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

The median household income in Scottsbluff is approximately $55,531 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Scottsbluff, Nebraska?

Yes, Scottsbluff has 3 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Agnes Catholic School with a score of 6.7/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Scottsbluff is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Scottsbluff, 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.