For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,145 students in 68508, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68508, NE are Park Middle School and Mcphee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68508 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68508, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68508, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
855 S 8th St
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1212
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1212
Gr: 6-8 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Mcphee Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
820 Goodhue Blvd
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1150
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1150
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
68508, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
840 South 17th
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1960
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1960
Gr: PK | 48 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68508, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68508, NE include Park Middle School and Mcphee Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68508?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68508.
What is the racial composition of students in 68508?
68508 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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