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Best Nebraska Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 blue ribbon private schools serving 7,996 students in Nebraska.

The blue ribbon private schools in Nebraska include Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart, Vj & Angela Skutt Catholic High School, and Creighton Preparatory School.

The average acceptance rate is 82%, which is lower than the Nebraska private school average acceptance rate of 91%.

100% of blue ribbon private schools in Nebraska are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 13
# Students Served: 7,996

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 13
# Students Served: 7,996

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Nebraska?

The blue ribbon private schools in Nebraska include Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart, Vj & Angela Skutt Catholic High School, and Creighton Preparatory School.

How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Nebraska?

13 blue ribbon private schools are located in Nebraska.

How diverse are blue ribbon private schools in Nebraska?

Nebraska blue ribbon private schools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Nebraska private school average of 20%.

What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Nebraska?

100% of blue ribbon private schools in Nebraska are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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