For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,846 students in 68462, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 68462, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68462, NE are Waverly Intermediate School, Waverly Middle School and Waverly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68462 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68462, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68462, NE Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waverly Intermediate School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14621 Heywood St
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-5340
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-5340
Gr: 3-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Waverly Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13801 Amberly Rd
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2348
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2348
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Waverly High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13401 Amberly Rd
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2765
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2765
Gr: 9-12 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
14541 Castlewood St
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2341
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2341
Gr: PK-2 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
68462, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Developmental Pre-school (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
14541 Castlewood Box 426
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2341
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2341
Gr: PK | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68462, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68462, NE include Waverly Intermediate School, Waverly Middle School and Waverly High School.
How many public schools are located in 68462?
4 public schools are located in 68462.
What percentage of students in 68462 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 68462 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68462?
68462 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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