For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,757 students in 68502, NE (there are 3 private schools, serving 242 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 68502, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68502, NE are Sheridan Elementary School, Beattie Elementary School and Irving Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68502 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68502, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68502, NE Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sheridan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3100 Plymouth Ave
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1167
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1167
Grades: PK-5
| 378 students
Rank: #22.
Beattie Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Calvert St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1123
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1123
Grades: PK-5
| 360 students
Rank: #33.
Irving Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2745 S 22nd St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1214
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1214
Grades: 6-8
| 890 students
Rank: #44.
Prescott Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1930 S 20th St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1161
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1161
Grades: PK-5
| 505 students
Rank: #55.
Everett Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1123 C St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1159
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1159
Grades: PK-5
| 384 students
Rank: #66.
Saratoga Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2215 S 13th St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1166
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1166
Grades: PK-5
| 240 students
Rank: n/an/a
Child Guidance School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
904 Sumner St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 434-2670
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 434-2670
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Science Focus Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1222 S 27th St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1780
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1780
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
68502, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1430 South St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 437-8930
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 437-8930
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68502, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68502, NE include Sheridan Elementary School, Beattie Elementary School and Irving Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68502?
8 public schools are located in 68502.
What percentage of students in 68502 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 68502 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68502?
68502 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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