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Largest Nebraska Private Schools

The average private school in Nebraska has 191 students (2026).

The largest private school in Nebraska is Pius X High School, with 1,087 students.

Quick Facts (2026)

# NE Schools Ranked: 217
Top 20 Range (Students): 474–1,087
NE School Avg.: 191
National School Avg.: 175

Quick Facts (2026)

# NE Schools Ranked: 217
Top 20 Range (Students): 474–1,087
NE School Avg.: 191
National School Avg.: 175

Nebraska Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Nebraska (NE) avg
2025	191
2024	189
2023	195
2022	198
2021	193
2020	187
2019	191
2018	187
2017	190
2016	189
2015	182

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Show school map — Nebraska (students range: 474–1,087, avg 191)

School Size Range: 336 1,087 Avg. School Size: 550

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nebraska average private schools student size?

The Nebraska average private schools student size is 191 for 2026.

What are the private schools with the largest student size in Nebraska?

The top ranked private schools in Nebraska include Pius X High School, Creighton Preparatory School and St. Wenceslaus Catholic Elementary School.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the largest student size in Nebraska?

The private high school with the largest student size in Nebraska is Pius X High School, with a value of 1087. The private elementary school with the largest student size is St. Wenceslaus Catholic Elementary School, with a value of 921.

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