For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,003 students in 68516, NE (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,376 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 68516, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68516, NE are Cavett Elementary School, Wysong Elementary School and Maxey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68516 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68516, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68516, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cavett Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7701 S 36th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1131
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1131
Gr: PK-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Wysong Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7901 Blanchard Boulevard
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1185
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1185
Gr: PK-5 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Maxey Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5200 S 75th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1153
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1153
Gr: PK-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Scott Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2200 Pine Lake Road
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Gr: 6-8 | 1,103 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Humann Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6720 Rockwood Ln
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1145
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1145
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Pound Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 S 45th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Gr: 6-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Zeman Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4900 S 52nd St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1169
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1169
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
11100 South 70th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1315
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1315
Gr: PK | 18 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
11100 South 70th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1315
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1315
Gr: 9-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68516, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68516, NE include Cavett Elementary School, Wysong Elementary School and Maxey Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68516?
9 public schools are located in 68516.
What percentage of students in 68516 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 68516 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68516?
68516 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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