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Lourdes Central Catholic School

• Private School
• Nebraska City, NE
• PK, K-12
• 25

Senior: I started at Lourdes Central Catholic School as a Freshman and I didn't know anyone. The school is relatively small. I had about 30 kids in my class at that time. Although most of the kids in my class had been together since they were in grade school, I was welcomed with open arms not just by the school and the kids in my class but the entire community! The school is about 30 minutes from my home and so that I didn't have to go back and forth before and after school activities, the school helped me find several host families that served as my home away from home. I've never felt that I belonged anywhere more than I feel like I belong to Lourdes Central Catholic School. The most loving and caring staff that you will ever meet.
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• B+

• 347 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School

• Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca Public Schools, NE
• 9-12
• 34

High School Senior: I am thrilled to say this is the only school I have gone to. Syracuse High School puts in so much dedication and hard-work. All of the surrounding schools are way behind us. Our school cares a lot about students' education. They care so much that they bought the John Baylor ACT test prep (English) for the students. We have also been awarded academic awards (as a whole), and the students' have an honor night to recognize all of the hard work put in throughout the year. People say that when a new student comes to our school, their life changes. We are so loving, caring, dedicated, and we have a drive about everything. We love our homework just as much as the activities. The activities are well encouraged and the education is highly encouraged.
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• B+

• 224 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bennet Elementary School

• Palmyra School District, NE
• PK, K-6

• B+

• 290 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca Middle School

• Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca Public Schools, NE
• 4-8
• 9

High School Senior: It has been a great experience. I feel that it has prepared me very well for college.
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• B

• 265 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca Elementary School

• Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca Public Schools, NE
• PK, K-3

• B

• 264 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Palmyra Junior/Senior High School

• Palmyra School District, NE
• 7-12
• 42

Senior: I came to the Palmyra-Bennet school district upon entering sixth grade. I had no idea of the impact these schools would leave on me. I had only one year in the elementary school, but I could tell they were definitely going somewhere. I enjoyed the upbeat atmosphere and empathetic teachers. I switched to the high school and quickly adapted to the new lifestyle. The teachers were again empathetic and helpful, and the atmosphere was relaxed and motivated. I involved myself in many activities and had the chance to grow closer with my friends and the faculty. I would recommend Palmyra to anybody because of the expectations and the many hardworking and dedicated people.
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• B

• 179 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nebraska City High School

• Nebraska City Public Schools, NE
• 9-12
• 44

Senior: Nebraska City High School is a nice school and in a nice location. We have a great soccer, football & track field. Also 2 gyms we can now host multiple events. The office staff and principal are great! Several teachers that are easy to work with. Recently added a location downtown to learn trades. Great experience going into the real world. Parent involvement or school spirit could be more but overall not horrible. I would like to see the school put in more on improving a site for the softball fields as they have the track/football field and baseball.
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• B

• 463 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hayward Elementary School

• Nebraska City Public Schools, NE
• 3-5

• B

• 314 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nebraska City Middle School

• Nebraska City Public Schools, NE
• 6-8

• B-

• 290 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nebraska City Northside Elementary School

• Nebraska City Public Schools, NE
• PK, K-2

• B+

• 413 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio