For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,270 students in Cass County, NE.
The top ranked public high schools in Cass County, NE are Louisville High School, Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School and Weeping Water High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cass County, NE public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Cass County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public high schools.
Cass County, NE public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Plattsmouth High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Cass County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Louisville High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 W 3rd
Louisville, NE 68037
(402) 234-3585
Louisville, NE 68037
(402) 234-3585
Grades: 9-12
| 188 students
Rank: #22.
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Wyoming St
Murdock, NE 68407
(402) 867-2341
Murdock, NE 68407
(402) 867-2341
Grades: 7-12
| 168 students
Rank: #33.
Weeping Water High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
204 West O
Weeping Water, NE 68463
(402) 267-4265
Weeping Water, NE 68463
(402) 267-4265
Grades: 9-12
| 107 students
Rank: #44.
Conestoga Jr/sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8404 42nd St
Murray, NE 68409
(402) 235-2271
Murray, NE 68409
(402) 235-2271
Grades: 7-12
| 316 students
Rank: #55.
Plattsmouth High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1916 Old Hwy 34
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3322
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3322
Grades: 9-12
| 491 students
Cass County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Conestoga Alternative Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
515 Maple Ave, Po Box 187
Nehawka, NE 68413
(402) 227-2935
Nehawka, NE 68413
(402) 227-2935
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
515 Maple St. Po Box 187
Nehawka, NE 68413
(402) 235-2269
Nehawka, NE 68413
(402) 235-2269
Grades: 6-8
| 150 students
115 Cherry St Box 98
Manley, NE 68403
(402) 234-5234
Manley, NE 68403
(402) 234-5234
Grades: PK-8
| 18 students
1916 E Hwy 34
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3322
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3322
Grades: 7-12
| 25 students
18516 3rd St Po Box 27
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 298-8402
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 298-8402
Grades: PK-8
| 62 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Cass County, NE?
The top ranked public high schools in Cass County, NE include Louisville High School, Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School and Weeping Water High School.
How many public high schools are located in Cass County?
5 public high schools are located in Cass County.
What is the racial composition of students in Cass County?
Cass County public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Cass County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Cass County include: Plattsmouth High School vs. Conestoga Jr/sr High School, Plattsmouth High School vs. Louisville High School, Louisville High School vs. Plattsmouth High School
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