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Best Schools in Sutherland, Nebraska

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.0/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Sutherland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Sutherland Elementary School

8.0/10

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

Sutherland High School

5.9/10

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

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

7.0

out of 10

Median Home

$204,000

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Sutherland

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 Sutherland Elementary School 8.0 / 10
2 Sutherland High School 5.9 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.0/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$76,477

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$204,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
20 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
72%

Of occupied housing units

How Sutherland compares

Median household income

$76k

103% of Nebraska median

About Schools in Sutherland, Nebraska

Sutherland, 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 7.0 out of 10, schools in Sutherland 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 Sutherland is Sutherland Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sutherland is served by 1 school district: SUTHERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 294 students.

Sutherland's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,477. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.

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: 69165 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 158 students · Pre-K–6th 8.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 136 students · 7th–12th 5.9

Schools in Sutherland

Sutherland, Nebraska · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$76,477

Median Home Value

$204,000

Median Rent

$824/mo

Population

1,894

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

11.0%

Community Profile

Sutherland has a median household income of $76,477. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $204,000, with a median rent of $824/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

Elementary
1
High
1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sutherland, Nebraska

How many schools are in Sutherland, Nebraska?

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

What is the average school rating in Sutherland, Nebraska?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sutherland is 7.0 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 Sutherland, Nebraska?

The top-ranked school in Sutherland on MySchoolScout is Sutherland Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sutherland, Nebraska?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sutherland on MySchoolScout is Sutherland Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best high school in Sutherland, Nebraska?

The top-ranked high school in Sutherland on MySchoolScout is Sutherland High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Sutherland, Nebraska?

Sutherland is served by 1 school district: Sutherland Public Schools.

What is the education level in Sutherland, Nebraska?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Sutherland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sutherland, Nebraska?

The median household income in Sutherland is approximately $76,477 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sutherland 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 Sutherland, 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.