For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 752 students in 68503, NE.
The top ranked public schools in 68503, NE are Hartley Elementary School and Clinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68503 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68503, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68503, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hartley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 N 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1139
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1139
Grades: PK-5
| 333 students
Rank: #22.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1520 N 29th St
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1132
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1132
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bay High Focus Program
Alternative School
2005 Y Street
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1317
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1317
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
68503, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68503, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68503, NE include Hartley Elementary School and Clinton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68503?
3 public schools are located in 68503.
What is the racial composition of students in 68503?
68503 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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