For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 851 students in 68522, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 9 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 68522, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in 68522, NE is Roper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68522 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68522, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68522, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roper Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2323 S Coddington St
Lincoln, NE 68522
(402) 436-1170
Lincoln, NE 68522
(402) 436-1170
Gr: PK-5 | 851 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Educational Yankee Hill Program
Special Education School
865 W Burnham
Lincoln, NE 68522
(402) 436-1927
Lincoln, NE 68522
(402) 436-1927
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68522, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68522, NE include Roper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68522?
2 public schools are located in 68522.
What percentage of students in 68522 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 68522 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68522?
68522 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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