ARNOLD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Arnold Public Schools is an operational, traditional public school district located at 405 N Haskell in Arnold, Nebraska (69120). Set within a remote rural community in Custer County, the independent district operates two facilities that together deliver a complete educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With a total enrollment of 200 students, the district offers a close-knit learning environment where small class sizes allow for personalized academic experiences across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels.

The student body consists of 103 male and 97 female students, creating a balanced and community-focused student population. Arnold Public Schools supports these learners with an exceptionally high staff-to-student presence, employing approximately 43 full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers, 6 instructional aides, and 37 support staff members, totaling over 86 FTE personnel. This substantial staffing commitment ensures individualized instruction, strong academic mentorship, and robust operational support, making the district a vital educational anchor for rural families and a noteworthy model of small-school resource allocation for researchers.