For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,694 students in 68502, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68502, NE are Sheridan Elementary School, Beattie Elementary School and Irving Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68502 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68502, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68502, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3100 Plymouth Ave
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1167
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1167
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Beattie Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Calvert St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1123
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1123
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Irving Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2745 S 22nd St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1214
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1214
Gr: 6-8 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Prescott Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1930 S 20th St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1161
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1161
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Saratoga Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2215 S 13th St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1166
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1166
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Everett Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1123 C St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1159
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1159
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
68502, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1430 South St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 437-8930
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 437-8930
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68502, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68502, NE include Sheridan Elementary School, Beattie Elementary School and Irving Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68502?
6 public elementary schools are located in 68502.
What is the racial composition of students in 68502?
68502 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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