For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 225 students in 68434, NE (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,485 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 68434, NE are educated in private schools (compared to the NE state average of 11%).
The top-ranked private school in 68434, NE is St. John Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Nebraska private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
100% of private schools in 68434, NE are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).
Top-Ranked 68434 Nebraska Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. John Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
877 N Columbia Ave
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-4535
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-4535
Gr: K-8 | 177 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Vincent Depaul School
(Catholic)
152 Pinewood Ave
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-9525
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-9525
Gr: PK-5 | 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 68434, NE?
The top-ranked private schools in 68434, NE is St. John Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 68434?
2 private schools are located in 68434.
What percentage of students in 68434 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 68434 are educated in private schools (compared to the NE state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 68434?
100% of private schools in 68434 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).
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