For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 289 students in 68643, NE.
The top ranked public schools in 68643, NE are Leigh High School and Leigh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68643 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68643, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68643, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leigh High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
222 W 4th St
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-2228
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-2228
Grades: 7-12
| 97 students
Rank: #22.
Leigh Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
222 W 4th St
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-3301
Leigh, NE 68643
(402) 487-3301
Grades: PK-6
| 192 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68643, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68643, NE include Leigh High School and Leigh Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68643?
2 public schools are located in 68643.
What is the racial composition of students in 68643?
68643 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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