For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 98 students in 68359, NE.
The top-ranked public middle school in 68359, NE is Friend High Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 68359 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68359, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68359, NE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Friend High Schools
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 Main St
Friend, NE 68359
(402) 947-2781
Friend, NE 68359
(402) 947-2781
Gr: 7-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 68359, NE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68359, NE include Friend High Schools.
How many public middle schools are located in 68359?
1 public middle schools are located in 68359.
What is the racial composition of students in 68359?
68359 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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