For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,779 students in 68516, NE (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,376 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 68516, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68516, NE are Wysong Elementary School, Maxey Elementary School and Cavett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68516 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68516, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68516, NE Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wysong Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7901 Blanchard Boulevard
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1185
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1185
Grades: PK-5
| 697 students
Rank: #22.
Maxey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5200 S 75th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1153
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1153
Grades: PK-5
| 688 students
Rank: #33.
Cavett Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7701 S 36th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1131
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1131
Grades: PK-5
| 564 students
Rank: #44.
Humann Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6720 Rockwood Ln
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1145
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1145
Grades: PK-5
| 525 students
Rank: #55.
Scott Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Pine Lake Road
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Grades: 6-8
| 1,136 students
Rank: #66.
Pound Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 S 45th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Grades: 6-8
| 727 students
Rank: #77.
Zeman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4900 S 52nd St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1169
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1169
Grades: PK-5
| 442 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68516, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68516, NE include Wysong Elementary School, Maxey Elementary School and Cavett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68516?
7 public schools are located in 68516.
What percentage of students in 68516 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 68516 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68516?
68516 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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