For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 158 students in 68651, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68651, NE are Osceola Elementary School and Osceola Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68651 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68651, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68651, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Osceola Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
341 S Kimmel
Osceola, NE 68651
(402) 747-2091
Osceola, NE 68651
(402) 747-2091
Grades: PK-5
| 116 students
Rank: #22.
Osceola Middle School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
565 S Kimmel
Osceola, NE 68651
(402) 747-3121
Osceola, NE 68651
(402) 747-3121
Grades: 6-8
| 42 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68651, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68651, NE include Osceola Elementary School and Osceola Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68651?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68651.
What is the racial composition of students in 68651?
68651 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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