For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 702 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 77% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68002, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68002, NE Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 N 9th
Arlington, NE 68002
(402) 478-4121
Arlington, NE 68002
(402) 478-4121
Gr: PK-6 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Arlington High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
705 N 9th
Arlington, NE 68002
(402) 478-4171
Arlington, NE 68002
(402) 478-4171
Gr: 7-12 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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