For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 200 students in 68636, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 119 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 68636, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68636, NE are Elgin Elementary School and Elgin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68636 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68636, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68636, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Elgin Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 N 4th St
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Grades: PK-6
| 115 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Elgin High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 N 4th St
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Grades: 7-12
| 85 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68636, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68636, NE include Elgin Elementary School and Elgin High School.
How many public schools are located in 68636?
2 public schools are located in 68636.
What percentage of students in 68636 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 68636 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68636?
68636 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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