For the 2026 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 80% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elgin Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Elgin High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 N 4th St
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Gr: 7-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
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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