Schools & Families in Broken Bow

Broken Bow Public Schools is a real, small district serving the city, disclosed here with its genuine current enrollment and favorable student/teacher ratio.

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A real, small district with a favorable ratio

Broken Bow Public Schools serves more than 800 students across elementary, middle, high school, and preschool, with a student/teacher ratio of approximately 12:1 -- more favorable than Nebraska's statewide average of 14:1 (base record).

A genuinely low-crime community for families

Sources cite Broken Bow's overall crime rate at approximately 69% below the national average, with both violent and property crime running well below national levels (base record).

A community shaped by Custer County's agricultural economy

Broken Bow's economy and community character are shaped substantially by Adams Land and Cattle and Thomas Livestock, real factors in local family and workforce rhythms (base record).

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.