For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 326 students in 68601, NE.
The top-ranked public high school in 68601, NE is Lakeview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 68601 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68601, NE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68601 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lakeview High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68601, NE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3744 83rd St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8518
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8518
Gr: 9-12 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Esu 7 Learning Academy
Alternative School
2567 44th Ave
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Gr: PK-12
68601, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Columbus Early Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2657 44th Ave
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Gr: PK-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
860 E 29th St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-4540
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-4540
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 68601, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 68601, NE include Lakeview High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68601?
3 public high schools are located in 68601.
What is the racial composition of students in 68601?
68601 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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