For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 149 students in 68836, NE.
The top-ranked public middle school in 68836, NE is Elm Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 68836 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68836, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle school average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68836, NE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elm Creek High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
230 East Calkins Avenue
Elm Creek, NE 68836
(308) 856-4300
Elm Creek, NE 68836
(308) 856-4300
Gr: 7-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
68836, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
74204 L Road
Elm Creek, NE 68836
(308) 995-4771
Elm Creek, NE 68836
(308) 995-4771
Gr: PK-6 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 68836, NE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68836, NE include Elm Creek High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68836?
1 public middle schools are located in 68836.
What is the racial composition of students in 68836?
68836 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
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