For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,459 students in 68048, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 271 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 68048, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68048, NE are Plattsmouth Elementary School, Plattsmouth Middle School and Plattsmouth High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68048 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68048, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68048, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plattsmouth Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1724 8th Ave
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-4173
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-4173
Grades: PK-4
| 442 students
Rank: #22.
Plattsmouth Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1724 8th Ave
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3174
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3174
Grades: 5-8
| 382 students
Rank: #33.
Plattsmouth High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1916 Old Hwy 34
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3322
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3322
Grades: 9-12
| 484 students
Rank: n/an/a
902 Main St
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-5250
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-5250
Grades: PK
| 151 students
68048, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1916 E Hwy 34
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3322
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 296-3322
Grades: 7-12
| 25 students
18516 3rd St Po Box 27
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 298-8402
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(402) 298-8402
Grades: PK-8
| 62 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68048, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68048, NE include Plattsmouth Elementary School, Plattsmouth Middle School and Plattsmouth High School.
How many public schools are located in 68048?
4 public schools are located in 68048.
What percentage of students in 68048 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 68048 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68048?
68048 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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