For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 709 students in 68002, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 86 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 68002, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68002, NE are Arlington Elementary School and Arlington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68002 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68002, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68002, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 N 9th
Arlington, NE 68002
(402) 478-4121
Arlington, NE 68002
(402) 478-4121
Grades: PK-6
| 368 students
Rank: #22.
Arlington High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
705 N 9th
Arlington, NE 68002
(402) 478-4171
Arlington, NE 68002
(402) 478-4171
Grades: 7-12
| 341 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68002, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68002, NE include Arlington Elementary School and Arlington High School.
How many public schools are located in 68002?
2 public schools are located in 68002.
What percentage of students in 68002 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 68002 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68002?
68002 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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