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Harlan County

Nebraska · Public K-12

Public-school enrollment in Harlan County clocks in around 382 students across 2 schools (1 elementary and 1 high).

7-year change in Harlan County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
382
+46 (+14%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
93%
was 96%
% Hispanic
3%
was 3%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
2
1 districts
Enrollment
382
NCES CCD
Median income
$70,625
Above Nebraska avg
Free/reduced lunch
37.7%
Below Nebraska avg
Elementary
1
192 students
Middle
0
schools
High
1
190 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
ALMA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
382 students · 1 district in Harlan County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Harlan County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
95%
Hispanic
2%
Black
0%
Asian
1%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
93%
Hispanic
3%
Black
0%
Asian
1%
Two or more
2%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
29.2%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
3.1%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
1.3%
civilian labor
Median age
47
21.9% under 18

Test scores in Harlan County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 2 schools ranked. Nebraska state average: 57.6%.

Top 2 schools (ELA)
  1. ALMA HIGH SCHOOL· 72.7%
  2. ALMA ELEMENTARY AT ALMA· 65.1%

See all 2 schools in Harlan County ranked by score →

All schools (2)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
ALMA ELEMENTARY AT ALMAAlmaElementaryPK-06192·
ALMA HIGH SCHOOLAlmaHigh07-12190·

Cities in Harlan County

Alma2 schools

About Harlan County

Across the thinly populated Nebraska county of Harlan County of about 2,847 residents, the public-school footprint covers 2 schools and about 382 students.

Looking at the wider area, census numbers show the median household earns about $70,625 a year, roughly 29% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the federal-poverty share is near 3%.

For a sense of the school types, Harlan County is made up of 1 elementary school (192 students), and 1 high school (190).

ALMA PUBLIC SCHOOLS is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 382 students across Harlan County.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Harlan County has rose 14% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 336 students to 382.

On allk12, the community for Harlan County discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Harlan County?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Harlan County, Nebraska, with a combined enrollment of about 382.
How many high schools are in Harlan County?
Harlan County, Nebraska has 1 public high school, serving approximately 190 students.
How many elementary schools are in Harlan County?
Harlan County, Nebraska has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 192 students.
What is the largest school district in Harlan County?
ALMA PUBLIC SCHOOLS is the largest school district in Harlan County, serving approximately 382 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Harlan County?
Harlan County, Nebraska has a population of approximately 2,847, with a median age of 47. About 21.9% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Harlan County?
Median household income in Harlan County is $70,625, above the Nebraska average of $69,055. About 3.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Harlan County?
Approximately 29.2% of adults 25 and older in Harlan County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Harlan County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 37.7% of students in Harlan County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Nebraska county average of 40.0%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harlan County schools?
Across Harlan County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 11.1 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Harlan County?
Harlan County residents are approximately 95% White, 2% Hispanic, 0% Black, 1% Asian, 4% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data