Very Good
#19 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 13% of private schools
Lourdes Central Catholic School
School
412 2ND AVE, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#19 of 143
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About Lourdes Central Catholic School
Lourdes Central Catholic School is a private school in Nebraska City, NE. Lourdes Central Catholic School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lourdes Central Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NE avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Lourdes Central Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lourdes Central Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Lourdes Central Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in Nebraska City, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Nebraska City
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lourdes Central Catholic School (this school) | 7.7 |
| NEBRASKA CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 2.3 |
| HAYWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| NEBRASKA CITY NORTHSIDE ELEM | 4.9 |
| NEBRASKA CITY HIGH SCHOOL | 3.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NE.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
412 2ND AVE, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lourdes Central Catholic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HIGH SCHOOL AT JOHNSON (rated 9.0/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Johnson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marnie Simons Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Hamburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT JOHNSON (rated 8.7/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Johnson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nebraska City, see our Nebraska City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEBRASKA CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Nebraska City | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| HAYWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nebraska City | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| NEBRASKA CITY NORTHSIDE ELEM Nebraska City | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| NEBRASKA CITY HIGH SCHOOL Nebraska City | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Sidney High School Sidney | 10.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Sidney Virtual SAC School Sidney | 10.9 mi | — |
| Marnie Simons Elementary School Hamburg | 11.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Hamburg Middle School Hamburg | 11.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Hamburg Charter High Schools Hamburg | 11.2 mi | — |
| Sidney Elementary School Sidney | 11.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CONESTOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Murray | 17.1 mi | 7.2 |
| CONESTOGA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Murray | 17.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Fremont-Mills Middle And Senior High School Tabor | 17.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Fremont-Mills Elementary School Tabor | 17.1 mi | 6.5 |
| AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL Auburn | 19.8 mi | 8.0 |
| AUBURN MIDDLE SCHOOL Auburn | 19.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LITTLE LEARNERS PRESCHOOL Auburn | 20.3 mi | 3.2 |
| CALVERT ELEMENTARY Auburn | 20.4 mi | 7.6 |
| HIGH SCHOOL AT JOHNSON Johnson | 20.0 mi | 9.0 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT JOHNSON Johnson | 20.0 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,217
Median Home Value
$167,100
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
8,946
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AQUINAS MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL David City, NE | 7.8 |
| OMAHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Omaha, NE | 8.1 |
| ST PATRICK JR SR HIGH SCHOOL North Platte, NE | 7.3 |
| COLLEGE VIEW ACADEMY Lincoln, NE | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Falls City, NE | 6.9 |
| NEBRASKA CHRISTAIN SCHOOLS Central City, NE | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lourdes Central Catholic School
What grades does Lourdes Central Catholic School serve?
Lourdes Central Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Lourdes Central Catholic School?
Lourdes Central Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lourdes Central Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lourdes Central Catholic School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lourdes Central Catholic School rank in NE?
Lourdes Central Catholic School ranks #19 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is Lourdes Central Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lourdes Central Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lourdes Central Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Lourdes Central Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lourdes Central Catholic School a religious school?
Lourdes Central Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Otoe County
- Phone
- (402) 873-6154
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