For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 433 students in 68047, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68047, NE are Pender Elementary School and Pender High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68047 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68047, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68047, NE Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pender Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
609 Whitney St
Pender, NE 68047
(402) 385-3244
Pender, NE 68047
(402) 385-3244
Gr: PK-6 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Pender High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
609 Whitney St
Pender, NE 68047
(402) 385-3244
Pender, NE 68047
(402) 385-3244
Gr: 7-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
68047, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1442 V Road
Pender, NE 68047
(402) 385-2592
Pender, NE 68047
(402) 385-2592
Gr: PK-8 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68047, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68047, NE include Pender Elementary School and Pender High School.
How many public schools are located in 68047?
2 public schools are located in 68047.
What is the racial composition of students in 68047?
68047 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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