For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,202 students in 68512, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 91 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 68512, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68512, NE are Adams Elementary School, Southwest High School and Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68512 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68512, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68512, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7401 Jacobs Creek Drive
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1121
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1121
Grades: PK-5
| 757 students
Rank: #22.
Southwest High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7001 S 14th St
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1306
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1306
Grades: 9-12
| 2,049 students
Rank: #33.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5230 Tipperary Trail
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1142
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1142
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pathfinder Educational Prg-lancaster Co
Alternative School
1200 Radcliff St
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 441-6817
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 441-6817
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68512, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68512, NE include Adams Elementary School, Southwest High School and Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68512?
4 public schools are located in 68512.
What percentage of students in 68512 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 68512 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68512?
68512 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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