For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 81 students in 68443, NE.
The top-ranked public high school in 68443, NE is Sterling High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 68443 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68443, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68443 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sterling High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68443, NE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sterling High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 Main St
Sterling, NE 68443
(402) 866-4761
Sterling, NE 68443
(402) 866-4761
Gr: 7-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 68443, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 68443, NE include Sterling High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68443?
1 public high schools are located in 68443.
What is the racial composition of students in 68443?
68443 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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