For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 364 students in 68730, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 143 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 68730, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68730, NE are Crofton Elementary School and Crofton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68730 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68730, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68730, NE Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crofton Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 W 5th St
Crofton, NE 68730
(402) 388-4357
Crofton, NE 68730
(402) 388-4357
Gr: PK-6 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Crofton High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
89048 N Hwy 121
Crofton, NE 68730
(402) 388-2440
Crofton, NE 68730
(402) 388-2440
Gr: 7-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68730, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68730, NE include Crofton Elementary School and Crofton High School.
How many public schools are located in 68730?
2 public schools are located in 68730.
What percentage of students in 68730 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 68730 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68730?
68730 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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