For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,347 students in 68506, NE (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,684 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 Lux Middle School, Rousseau Elementary 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 67% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68506, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68506, NE Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lux Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7800 High St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1220
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1220
Gr: 6-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Rousseau Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3701 S 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1165
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1165
Gr: PK-5 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Morley Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6800 Monterey Dr
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1154
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1154
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5230 Sumner St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1143
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1143
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Southeast High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2930 S 37th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1304
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1304
Gr: 9-12 | 1,848 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Calvert Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3709 S 46th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1130
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1130
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
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
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Lps Career Academy
Alternative School
8800 O Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1316
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1316
Gr: 11-12
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
Gr: 6-8
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
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68506, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68506, NE include Lux Middle School, Rousseau Elementary 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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