Best 69361 Nebraska Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 3,373 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 Bluffs Middle 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 62% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 69361, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 69361, NE Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2003 5th Ave
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6262
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Westmoor Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1722 Ave K
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6255
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Bluffs Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
27 East 23rd Street
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6270
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Heights Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2214 Ave C
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6252
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Scottsbluff Senior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
313 E 27th St
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6230
Gr: 9-12 | 1,064 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1306 9th Ave
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6259
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
2512 2nd Avenue
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-6293
Gr: PK | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Learning Center
1720 Portal Place
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 633-3712
Gr: PK | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
2620 College Park
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-0206
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Home Based
1720 Portal Place
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 632-1999
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
2620 College Park
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-3696
Gr: 12
Rank: n/an/a
Meridian School
Special Education School
4215 Avenue I
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-3696
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
3118 17th Ave
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
(308) 635-3231
Gr: PK | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

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 Bluffs Middle 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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