Top 10 Best 69361 Nebraska Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 3,428 students in 69361, NE (there are 3 private schools, serving 234 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 69361, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 69361, NE are Longfellow Elementary School, Westmoor Elementary School and Lincoln Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 69361 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 69361, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Best 69361, NE Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2003 5th Ave
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6262
Grades: PK-5
| 390 students
Rank: #22.
Westmoor Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1722 Ave K
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6255
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2214 Ave C
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6252
Grades: PK-5
| 299 students
Rank: #44.
Bluffs Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
27 East 23rd Street
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6270
Grades: 6-8
| 805 students
Rank: #55.
Scottsbluff Senior High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
313 E 27th St
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6230
Grades: 9-12
| 1,062 students
Rank: #66.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1306 9th Ave
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6259
Grades: PK-5
| 249 students
Rank: n/an/a
2512 2nd Avenue
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6293
Grades: PK
| 172 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Learning Center
1720 Portal Place
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 633-3712
Grades: PK
| 16 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
2620 College Park
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-0206
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Home Based
1720 Portal Place
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 632-1999
Grades: PK
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
2620 College Park
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-3696
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Meridian School
Special Education School
4215 Avenue I
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-3696
Grades: PK-12
| 21 students
3118 17th Ave
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-3231
Grades: PK
| 12 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 69361 Nebraska

69361, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
4215 Avenue I
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-3696
Grades: PK-12
| 2 students
1725 13th Street
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 633-4358
Grades: PK
| n/a students
50033 County Road 26
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 632-4295
Grades: PK-8
| 72 students
1900 Flaten Ave
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 633-3712
Grades: PK
| 30 students
1701 W 27 St
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 633-3712
Grades: PK
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 69361, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 69361, NE include Longfellow Elementary School, Westmoor Elementary School and Lincoln Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 69361?
13 public schools are located in 69361.
What percentage of students in 69361 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 69361 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 69361?
69361 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

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