For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,471 students in 68434, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 225 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 68434, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68434, NE are Seward Elementary School, Seward High School and Seward Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68434 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68434, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68434, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Seward Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 E Pinewood
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-2968
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-2968
Grades: PK-4
| 550 students
Rank: #22.
Seward High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
532 Northern Heights
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-2988
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-2988
Grades: 9-12
| 495 students
Rank: #33.
Seward Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2401 Karol Kay Blvd
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-2986
Seward, NE 68434
(402) 643-2986
Grades: 5-8
| 426 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68434, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68434, NE include Seward Elementary School, Seward High School and Seward Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68434?
3 public schools are located in 68434.
What percentage of students in 68434 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 68434 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68434?
68434 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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