For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,202 students in 68512, NE (there are , serving 112 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 68512, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68512, NE are Adams Elementary School, Hill Elementary School and Southwest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68512 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68512, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68512, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7401 Jacobs Creek Drive
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1121
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1121
Gr: PK-5 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5230 Tipperary Trail
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1142
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1142
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Southwest High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7001 S 14th St
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1306
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1306
Gr: 9-12 | 2,049 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Pathfinder Educational Prg-lancaster Co
Alternative School
1200 Radcliff St
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 441-6817
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 441-6817
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68512, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68512, NE include Adams Elementary School, Hill Elementary School and Southwest High School.
How many public schools are located in 68512?
4 public schools are located in 68512.
What percentage of students in 68512 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 68512 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68512?
68512 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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