For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 884 students in 68505, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68505, NE are Brownell Elementary School and Meadow Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68505 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68505, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68505, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Aylesworth Ave
Lincoln, NE 68505
(402) 436-1127
Lincoln, NE 68505
(402) 436-1127
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Meadow Lane Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7200 Vine St
Lincoln, NE 68505
(402) 436-1151
Lincoln, NE 68505
(402) 436-1151
Gr: PK-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68505, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68505, NE include Brownell Elementary School and Meadow Lane Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68505?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68505.
What is the racial composition of students in 68505?
68505 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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