For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,274 students in 68008, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 166 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 68008, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68008, NE are Blair North Elementary School, Blair South Elementary School and Deerfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68008 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68008, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68008, NE Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Blair North Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1326 Park St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3835
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3835
Grades: PK-2
| 172 students
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Blair South Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1616 Butler St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2229
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2229
Grades: PK-2
| 123 students
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Deerfield Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Deerfield Blv
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-5123
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-5123
Grades: PK-2
| 288 students
Rank: #44.
Blair Arbor Park Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1717 Adams St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2735
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2735
Grades: 3-5
| 475 students
Rank: #55.
Gerald Otte Blair Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
555 Jackson St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3678
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3678
Grades: 6-8
| 506 students
Rank: #66.
Blair High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
440 N 10th St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-4941
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-4941
Grades: 9-12
| 710 students
68008, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2232 Washington, Po Box 288
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3135
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3135
Grades: PK-3
| 81 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68008, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68008, NE include Blair North Elementary School, Blair South Elementary School and Deerfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68008?
6 public schools are located in 68008.
What percentage of students in 68008 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 68008 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68008?
68008 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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