For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 5,015 students in 68521, NE.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 68521 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68521, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68521, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fredstrom Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5700 N W 10th
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1140
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1140
Grades: PK-5
| 435 students
Rank: #22.
Kooser Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7301 N 13th Street
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1146
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1146
Grades: PK-5
| 899 students
Rank: #33.
Schoo Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Penrose Drive
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1222
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1222
Grades: 6-8
| 926 students
Rank: #44.
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3425 N 14th St
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1124
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1124
Grades: PK-5
| 788 students
Rank: #55.
Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Dodge St
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1129
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1129
Grades: PK-5
| 649 students
Rank: #66.
Goodrich Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Lewis Avenue
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1213
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1213
Grades: 6-8
| 852 students
Rank: #77.
West Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
630 W Dawes Ave
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1168
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1168
Grades: PK-5
| 466 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68521, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68521, NE include Fredstrom Elementary School, Kooser Elementary School and Schoo Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68521?
7 public elementary schools are located in 68521.
What is the racial composition of students in 68521?
68521 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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