For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 808 students in 68506, NE.
The top ranked public middle school in 68506, NE is Lux Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68506 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68506, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68506, NE Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lux Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7800 High St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1220
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1220
Grades: 6-8
| 808 students
Rank: n/an/a
Middle School Student Support Program
Alternative School
1801 South 40th Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1694
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1694
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Nuernberger Education Center
Special Education School
1801 S 40th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1255
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1255
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 68506, NE?
The top ranked public middle schools in 68506, NE include Lux Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68506?
3 public middle schools are located in 68506.
What is the racial composition of students in 68506?
68506 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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