For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 385 students in 68812, NE.
The top ranked public schools in 68812, NE are Amherst Elementary School and Amherst High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68812 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68812, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68812, NE Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Amherst Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 N Sycamore
Amherst, NE 68812
(308) 826-3131
Amherst, NE 68812
(308) 826-3131
Grades: PK-6
| 200 students
Rank: #22.
Amherst High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 N Sycamore
Amherst, NE 68812
(308) 826-3131
Amherst, NE 68812
(308) 826-3131
Grades: 7-12
| 185 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68812, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68812, NE include Amherst Elementary School and Amherst High School.
How many public schools are located in 68812, NE?
2 public schools are located in 68812, NE.
What is the racial composition of students in 68812, NE?
68812, NE public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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