For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 781 students in 68826, NE (there are , serving 234 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 68826, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68826, NE are Central City Elementary School, Central City Middle School and Central City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68826 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68826, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68826, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central City Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1711 15th Ave
Central City, NE 68826
(308) 946-3057
Central City, NE 68826
(308) 946-3057
Grades: PK-4
| 317 students
Rank: #22.
Central City Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2815 17th Ave
Central City, NE 68826
(308) 946-3056
Central City, NE 68826
(308) 946-3056
Grades: 5-8
| 227 students
Rank: #33.
Central City High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1510 28th St
Central City, NE 68826
(308) 946-3086
Central City, NE 68826
(308) 946-3086
Grades: 9-12
| 237 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68826, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68826, NE include Central City Elementary School, Central City Middle School and Central City High School.
How many public schools are located in 68826?
3 public schools are located in 68826.
What percentage of students in 68826 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 68826 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68826?
68826 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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