For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,624 students in 68504, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 465 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 68504, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68504, NE are Riley Elementary School, North Star High School and Dawes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68504 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68504, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68504, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5021 Orchard St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1164
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1164
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
North Star High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5801 N 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1305
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1305
Gr: 9-12 | 1,914 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Dawes Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5130 Colfax Street
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1211
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1211
Gr: 6-8 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Huntington Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2900 N 46th St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1144
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1144
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Culler Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5201 Vine St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1210
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1210
Gr: 6-8 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Donald D Sherrill Education Cntr - Elementary School
Special Education School
330 N 56th St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1924
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1924
Gr: PK-5
68504, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5801 N 33 St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1305
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1305
Gr: PK | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
5801 N 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1305
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1305
Gr: 6-8 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68504, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68504, NE include Riley Elementary School, North Star High School and Dawes Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68504?
6 public schools are located in 68504.
What percentage of students in 68504 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 68504 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68504?
68504 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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