For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 136 students in 68601, NE.
The top-ranked public middle school in 68601, NE is Lakeview Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68601 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68601, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68601, NE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Junior High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3744 83rd Street
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8518
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8518
Gr: 7-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
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 middle schools in 68601, NE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68601, NE include Lakeview Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68601?
3 public middle schools are located in 68601.
What is the racial composition of students in 68601?
68601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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