For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,146 students in 68510, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68510, NE are Pyrtle Elementary School, Eastridge Elementary School and Randolph Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68510 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68510, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68510, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pyrtle Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
721 Cottonwood Dr
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1162
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1162
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Eastridge Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6245 L St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1135
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1135
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Randolph Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1024 S 37th St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1163
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1163
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Lefler Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 S 48th St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1215
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1215
Gr: 6-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
225 S 25th St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1136
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1136
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68510, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68510, NE include Pyrtle Elementary School, Eastridge Elementary School and Randolph Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68510?
5 public elementary schools are located in 68510.
What is the racial composition of students in 68510?
68510 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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