For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 828 students in 68502, NE.
The top ranked public middle school in 68502, NE is Irving Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68502 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68502, NE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public middle school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68502, NE Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: n/an/a
Child Guidance School
Alternative School
904 Sumner St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 434-2670
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 434-2670
Gr: 7-12
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 middle schools in 68502, NE?
The top ranked public middle schools in 68502, NE include Irving Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68502?
2 public middle schools are located in 68502.
What is the racial composition of students in 68502?
68502 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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