For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 286 students in 68662, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68662, NE are Shelby - Rising City Elementary School and Shelby - Rising City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68662 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68662, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68662, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shelby - Rising City Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
650 N Walnut
Shelby, NE 68662
(402) 527-5946
Shelby, NE 68662
(402) 527-5946
Gr: PK-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Shelby - Rising City Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
650 N Walnut St
Shelby, NE 68662
(402) 527-5946
Shelby, NE 68662
(402) 527-5946
Gr: 6-8 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68662, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68662, NE include Shelby - Rising City Elementary School and Shelby - Rising City Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68662?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68662.
What is the racial composition of students in 68662?
68662 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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