For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 174 students in 68979, NE.
The top-ranked public high school in 68979, NE is Sutton Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 68979 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68979, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68979 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sutton Secondary School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68979, NE Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sutton Secondary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1107 N Saunders
Sutton, NE 68979
(402) 773-4303
Sutton, NE 68979
(402) 773-4303
Gr: 7-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 68979, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 68979, NE include Sutton Secondary School.
How many public high schools are located in 68979?
1 public high schools are located in 68979.
What is the racial composition of students in 68979?
68979 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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