For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,615 students in 68524, NE.
The top ranked public school in 68524, NE is Arnold Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68524 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68524, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68524, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arnold Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Mike Scholl Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1120
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1120
Grades: PK-5
| 687 students
Rank: n/an/a
4901 West Holdrege Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Grades: PK
| 26 students
Rank: n/an/a
4901 West Holdrege Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Grades: 9-12
| 902 students
68524, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3200 W Mc Kelvie Rd
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 470-3151
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 470-3151
Grades: PK-8
| 30 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68524, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68524, NE include Arnold Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68524?
3 public schools are located in 68524.
What is the racial composition of students in 68524?
68524 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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