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Nance County

Nebraska · Public K-12

Public education in Nance County reaches 709 students across 4 schools. Twin River Public Schools is the largest district at 406 students. By grade band, the county runs 2 elementary and 2 high schools.

7-year change in Nance County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
709
+3 (+0%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
90%
was 94%
% Hispanic
5%
was 4%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
4
2 districts
Enrollment
709
NCES CCD
Median income
$65,179
Below Nebraska avg
Free/reduced lunch
31.9%
Below Nebraska avg
Elementary
2
371 students
Middle
0
schools
High
2
338 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
TWIN RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
406 students · 2 districts in Nance County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Nance 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
94%
Hispanic
3%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
4%
Native American
1%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
90%
Hispanic
5%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
3%
Native American
1%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
20.1%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
7.5%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.6%
civilian labor
Median age
43
23.8% under 18

Test scores in Nance County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 4 schools ranked. Nebraska state average: 57.6%.

See all 4 schools in Nance County ranked by score →

All schools (4)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
TWIN RIVER ELEM-GENOAGenoaElementaryPK-06217·
TWIN RIVER SR HIGH SCHOOLGenoaHigh07-12189·
FULLERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLFullertonElementaryPK-06154·
FULLERTON HIGH SCHOOLFullertonHigh07-12149·

Cities in Nance County

Fullerton2 schoolsGenoa2 schools

About Nance County

In Nebraska, Nance County is a low-population county of about 3,324 residents. 4 public schools across the county educates about 709 students between them.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $65,179, 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the federal-poverty share is near 8%. That income level is 6% lower than the Nebraska median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Nance County covers 2 elementary schools (371 students), and 2 high schools (338).

TWIN RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 406 students across Nance County.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Nance County has held roughly steady since SY 2017-18, moving from about 706 students to 709. The White share of public-school enrollment fell from 94% to 90%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Nance County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Nance County?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Nance County, Nebraska, with a combined enrollment of about 709.
How many high schools are in Nance County?
Nance County, Nebraska has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 338 students.
How many elementary schools are in Nance County?
Nance County, Nebraska has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 371 students.
What is the largest school district in Nance County?
TWIN RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS is the largest school district in Nance County, serving approximately 406 students. The county contains 2 school districts overall.
What is the population of Nance County?
Nance County, Nebraska has a population of approximately 3,324, with a median age of 43. About 23.8% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Nance County?
Median household income in Nance County is $65,179, below the Nebraska average of $69,055. About 7.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Nance County?
Approximately 20.1% of adults 25 and older in Nance County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Nance County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 31.9% of students in Nance 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 Nance County schools?
Across Nance County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 11.0 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Nance County?
Nance County residents are approximately 94% White, 3% Hispanic, 0% Black, 0% Asian, 4% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data