For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 411 students in 68649, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68649, NE are North Bend Central Elementary School and North Bend Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68649 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68649, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68649, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Bend Central Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
420 E 11th St
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-8122
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-8122
Grades: PK-5
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
North Bend Central Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1320 Walnut St
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-3268
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-3268
Grades: 6-8
| 132 students
68649, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
420 E 11th St Box 220
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-8122
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-8122
Grades: PK-6
| 82 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68649, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68649, NE include North Bend Central Elementary School and North Bend Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68649?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68649.
What is the racial composition of students in 68649?
68649 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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