For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 206 students in 68853, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 68853, NE is Loup City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68853 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68853, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68853, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loup City Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
630 N 7th St
Loup City, NE 68853
(308) 745-1814
Loup City, NE 68853
(308) 745-1814
Gr: PK-6 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68853, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68853, NE include Loup City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68853?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68853.
What is the racial composition of students in 68853?
68853 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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