For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,333 students in 68506, NE (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,681 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 68506, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68506, NE are Rousseau Elementary School, Lux Middle School and Morley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68506 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68506, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68506, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rousseau Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3701 S 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1165
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1165
Grades: PK-5
| 558 students
Rank: #22.
Lux Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7800 High St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1220
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1220
Grades: 6-8
| 808 students
Rank: #33.
Morley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6800 Monterey Dr
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1154
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1154
Grades: PK-5
| 364 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Southeast High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2930 S 37th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1304
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1304
Grades: 9-12
| 1,880 students
Rank: #55.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5230 Sumner St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1143
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1143
Grades: PK-5
| 387 students
Rank: #66.
Calvert Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3709 S 46th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1130
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1130
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: n/an/a
High School Student Support Program
Alternative School
1801 South 40th Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1694
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1694
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Lps Career Academy
Alternative School
8800 O Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1316
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1316
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Middle School Student Support Program
Alternative School
1801 South 40th Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1694
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1694
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Nuernberger Education Center
Special Education School
1801 S 40th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1255
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1255
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68506, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68506, NE include Rousseau Elementary School, Lux Middle School and Morley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68506?
10 public schools are located in 68506.
What percentage of students in 68506 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 68506 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68506?
68506 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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