For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 192 students in 68643, NE.
The top ranked public elementary school in 68643, NE is Leigh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68643 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68643, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68643, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leigh Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 W 4th St
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-3301
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-3301
Gr: PK-6 | 192 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68643, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68643, NE include Leigh Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68643?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68643.
What is the racial composition of students in 68643?
68643 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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