For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,851 students in 68462, NE (there are , serving 30 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 68462, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68462, NE are Waverly Intermediate School, Waverly High School and Waverly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68462 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68462, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68462, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waverly Intermediate School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14621 Heywood St
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-5340
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-5340
Grades: 3-5
| 317 students
Rank: #22.
Waverly High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13401 Amberly Rd
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2765
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2765
Grades: 9-12
| 680 students
Rank: #33.
Waverly Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13801 Amberly Rd
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2348
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2348
Grades: 6-8
| 514 students
Rank: n/an/a
14541 Castlewood St
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2341
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2341
Grades: PK-2
| 340 students
68462, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Developmental Pre-school (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
14541 Castlewood Box 426
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2341
Waverly, NE 68462
(402) 786-2341
Grades: PK
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68462, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68462, NE include Waverly Intermediate School, Waverly High School and Waverly Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68462?
4 public schools are located in 68462.
What percentage of students in 68462 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 68462 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68462?
68462 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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