For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,059 students in 68508, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68508, NE are Mcphee Elementary School and Park Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68508 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68508, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68508, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcphee Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
820 Goodhue Blvd
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1150
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1150
Grades: PK-5
| 275 students
Rank: #22.
Park Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
855 S 8th St
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1212
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1212
Grades: 6-8
| 784 students
68508, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
840 South 17th
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1960
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 436-1960
Grades: PK
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68508, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68508, NE include Mcphee Elementary School and Park Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68508?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68508.
What is the racial composition of students in 68508?
68508 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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