For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 496 students in 68788, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68788, NE are West Point Elementary School and West Point - Beemer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68788 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68788, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68788, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Point Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 East Washington
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5507
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5507
Grades: PK-4
| 320 students
Rank: #22.
West Point - Beemer Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 E Washington
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5546
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 372-5546
Grades: 5-8
| 176 students
68788, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
815 3rd St
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 528-3232
West Point, NE 68788
(402) 528-3232
Grades: PK-4
| 25 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68788, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68788, NE include West Point Elementary School and West Point - Beemer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68788?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68788.
What is the racial composition of students in 68788?
68788 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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