For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,256 students in 68521, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 711 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 68521, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68521, NE are Fredstrom Elementary School, Kooser Elementary School and Schoo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68521 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68521, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68521, NE Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fredstrom Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5700 N W 10th
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1140
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1140
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Kooser Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7301 N 13th Street
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1146
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1146
Gr: PK-5 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Schoo Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Penrose Drive
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1222
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1222
Gr: 6-8 | 1,006 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3425 N 14th St
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1124
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1124
Gr: PK-5 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Dodge St
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1129
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1129
Gr: PK-5 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Goodrich Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Lewis Avenue
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1213
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1213
Gr: 6-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #77.
West Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
630 W Dawes Ave
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1168
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1168
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
3435 North 14th Street
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 458-3171
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 458-3171
Gr: PK | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68521, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68521, NE include Fredstrom Elementary School, Kooser Elementary School and Schoo Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68521?
8 public schools are located in 68521.
What percentage of students in 68521 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 68521 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68521?
68521 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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