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2 schools in Big Springs

Nebraska · Public K-12

Big Springs has 2 public K-12 schools on the books today, teaching approximately 211 Nebraska students across 1 elementary and 1 high.

7-year change in Big Springs

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
211
+32 (+18%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
81%
was 86%
% Hispanic
16%
was 11%
% Black
1%
was 2%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
SO PLATTE ELEM AT BIG SPRINGSElementaryPK-06103
SOUTH PLATTE HIGH SCHOOLHigh07-12108

About Big Springs

Across Big Springs, Nebraska, 2 public schools teaches about 211 students between them.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city consists of 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 106, lower than the state mean of about 324.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment grew 18%: 179 students in SY 2017-18 versus 211 in SY 2024-25. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 86% to 81% over the same window.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Big Springs discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Big Springs?
Big Springs, Nebraska has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 211 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Big Springs?
Big Springs has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Big Springs?
SOUTH PLATTE HIGH SCHOOL is the largest public school in Big Springs by enrollment, with approximately 108 students.
What school districts serve Big Springs?
Big Springs public schools are operated by SOUTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
What grade levels do public schools in Big Springs cover?
Public schools in Big Springs serve students from pre-K through grade 12.