For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 630 students in 68949, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68949, NE are Holdrege Middle School and Holdrege Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68949 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68949, NE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68949, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holdrege Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 14th Ave
Holdrege, NE 68949
(308) 995-5421
Holdrege, NE 68949
(308) 995-5421
Gr: 5-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Holdrege Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Broadway St
Holdrege, NE 68949
(308) 995-4339
Holdrege, NE 68949
(308) 995-4339
Gr: PK-4 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68949, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68949, NE include Holdrege Middle School and Holdrege Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68949?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68949.
What is the racial composition of students in 68949?
68949 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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