For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,615 students in 68524, NE.
The top-ranked public school in 68524, NE is Arnold Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68524 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68524, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68524, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arnold Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Mike Scholl Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1120
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1120
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
4901 West Holdrege Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Gr: PK | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
4901 West Holdrege Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Gr: 9-12 | 902 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
68524, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3200 W Mc Kelvie Rd
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 470-3151
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 470-3151
Gr: PK-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68524, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68524, NE include Arnold Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68524?
3 public schools are located in 68524.
What is the racial composition of students in 68524?
68524 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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