For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,286 students in 68845, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68845, NE are Park Elementary School, Windy Hills Elementary School and Buffalo Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68845 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68845, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68845, NE Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3000 7th Ave
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8280
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8280
Grades: PK-5
| 281 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Windy Hills Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4211 20th Ave
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8220
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8220
Grades: PK-5
| 256 students
Rank: #33.
Buffalo Hills Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6110 11th Avenue
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8290
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8290
Grades: PK-5
| 312 students
Rank: #44.
Horizon Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
915 W 35th St
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8120
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8120
Grades: 6-8
| 638 students
Rank: #55.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8105 9th Ave
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8240
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8240
Grades: PK-5
| 136 students
Rank: #66.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 W 24th St
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8040
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8040
Grades: PK-5
| 269 students
Rank: #77.
Kenwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
915 16th Ave
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8200
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8200
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hanny Arram Center
Alternative School
3907 6th Avenue
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8111
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 698-8111
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68845, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68845, NE include Park Elementary School, Windy Hills Elementary School and Buffalo Hills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68845, NE?
8 public elementary schools are located in 68845, NE.
What is the racial composition of students in 68845, NE?
68845, NE public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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