For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,465 students in 68901, NE.
The top-ranked public high schools in 68901, NE are Adams Central Jr-sr High School and Hastings Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 68901 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68901, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68901 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Adams Central Jr-sr High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68901, NE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adams Central Jr-sr High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1090 S Adams Central Rd
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 463-3285
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 463-3285
Gr: 7-12 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Hastings Senior High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 W 14th St
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 461-7550
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 461-7550
Gr: 9-12 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
18+ Program
Special Education School
5807 Osborne Drive West
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 463-5611
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 463-5611
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
4200 W 2nd St
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 460-3111
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 460-3111
Gr: 8-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 68901, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 68901, NE include Adams Central Jr-sr High School and Hastings Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68901?
4 public high schools are located in 68901.
What is the racial composition of students in 68901?
68901 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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