For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,822 students in 68516, NE.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68516, NE are Scott Middle School and Pound Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68516 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68516, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68516, NE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2200 Pine Lake Road
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Gr: 6-8 | 1,103 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Pound Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 S 45th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Gr: 6-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 68516, NE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68516, NE include Scott Middle School and Pound Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68516?
2 public middle schools are located in 68516.
What is the racial composition of students in 68516?
68516 public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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