Education in Neligh
Education is an important part of Neligh’s strong quality of life. Families benefit from access to public education, early childhood resources, lifelong learning opportunities, and nearby options for higher education and workforce training. Together, these assets help support student success, family stability, and long-term community vitality.
Neligh-Oakdale Public Schools serves the community in a supportive small-town environment where students benefit from personalized attention, engaged educators, and opportunities to grow both in and out of the classroom. Academic programs, extracurricular activities, and leadership experiences help prepare students for success after graduation.
School Facilities
Westward Elementary
500 W 8th Street
Neligh, NE 68756
(402) 887-4754
Eastward Elementary
600 J Street
Neligh, NE 68756
(402) 887-5290
Junior/Senior High School
600 J Street
Neligh, NE 68756
(402) 887-4166
For district information, calendars, and school updates, visit Neligh-Oakdale Public Schools.
Neligh is also home to Educational Service Unit #8 (ESU #8), a regional educational resource that provides professional, technical, and student support services to area schools. Its presence in Neligh adds value both locally and across Northeast Nebraska.
Educational Service Unit #8
110 W 3rd Street
Neligh, NE 68756
(402) 887-5041
Early childhood and child care resources in Neligh also help support families, working parents, and school readiness for young children. These services contribute to the community’s family-friendly environment and support long-term workforce stability.
The Neligh Public Library provides additional learning opportunities for residents of all ages through books, digital resources, educational programming, and community access to information. Lifelong learning remains an important part of the community’s culture.
Neligh’s location also provides convenient access to post-secondary education and workforce training. Northeast Community College in Norfolk offers transfer programs, technical education, and continuing education opportunities. Wayne State College provides undergraduate and graduate degree programs, while the University of Nebraska system offers additional academic and professional pathways through campuses in Lincoln and Omaha.
With strong local schools, regional educational support, early childhood resources, and access to higher education, Neligh offers an educational foundation that supports families today and strengthens the community for the future.