For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 144 students in 68944, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68944, NE are Harvard Middle School and Harvard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68944 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68944, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68944, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harvard Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
506 East North Street
Harvard, NE 68944
(402) 772-2171
Harvard, NE 68944
(402) 772-2171
Gr: 6-8 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Harvard Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
506 E North St
Harvard, NE 68944
(402) 772-2171
Harvard, NE 68944
(402) 772-2171
Gr: PK-5 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68944, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68944, NE include Harvard Middle School and Harvard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68944?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68944.
What is the racial composition of students in 68944?
68944 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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