For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 94 students in 68665, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 68665, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68665, NE are Riverside Middle School and Riverside Elementary - Spalding. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68665 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68665, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68665, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Middle School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
124 S Ash
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary - Spalding
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
124 S Ash
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Gr: PK-5 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68665, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68665, NE include Riverside Middle School and Riverside Elementary - Spalding.
How many public schools are located in 68665?
2 public schools are located in 68665.
What percentage of students in 68665 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 68665 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68665?
68665 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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