For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 420 students in 68979, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 68979, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68979, NE are Sutton Secondary School and Sutton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68979 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68979, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68979, NE Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sutton Secondary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1107 N Saunders
Sutton, NE 68979
(402) 773-4303
Sutton, NE 68979
(402) 773-4303
Grades: 7-12
| 180 students
Rank: #22.
Sutton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1107 N Saunders
Sutton, NE 68979
(402) 773-4423
Sutton, NE 68979
(402) 773-4423
Grades: PK-6
| 240 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68979, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68979, NE include Sutton Secondary School and Sutton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68979?
2 public schools are located in 68979.
What percentage of students in 68979 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 68979 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68979?
68979 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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