For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 114 students in 68628, NE.
The top-ranked public school in 68628, NE is High Plains Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 68628 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68628, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68628, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Plains Community Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 W Pearl St
Clarks, NE 68628
(308) 548-2216
Clarks, NE 68628
(308) 548-2216
Gr: PK-6 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
68628, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
205 W Pearl St
Clarks, NE 68628
(308) 548-2216
Clarks, NE 68628
(308) 548-2216
Gr: 6-8 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68628, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68628, NE include High Plains Community Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68628?
1 public schools are located in 68628.
What is the racial composition of students in 68628?
68628 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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