For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 809 students in 68601, NE (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,409 private students). 36% of all K-12 students in 68601, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68601, NE are Lakeview High School, Lakeview Junior High School and Shell Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68601 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 68601, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68601, NE Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeview High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3744 83rd St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8518
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8518
Grades: 9-12
| 304 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lakeview Junior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3744 83rd Street
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8518
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8518
Grades: 7-8
| 138 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Shell Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16786 280th St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8008
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8008
Grades: PK-6
| 309 students
Rank: #44.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
595 Road 3
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-6900
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-6900
Grades: PK-8
| 58 students
Rank: n/an/a
Esu 7 Center
Alternative School
2563 44th Ave
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Grades: 8-11
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
Esu 7 Learning Academy
Special Education School
2567 44th Ave
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Grades: PK-12
| 0 students
68601, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3020 18th St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-4949
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-4949
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Columbus Early Learning Center (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
2657 44th Ave
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Grades: PK-12
| 7 students
860 E 29th St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-4540
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-4540
Grades: PK-8
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68601, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68601, NE include Lakeview High School, Lakeview Junior High School and Shell Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68601, NE?
6 public schools are located in 68601, NE.
What percentage of students in 68601, NE go to public school?
36% of all K-12 students in 68601, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68601, NE?
68601, NE public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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