For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 713 students in 68524, NE.
The top ranked public preschool in 68524, NE is Arnold Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68524 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68524, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68524, NE Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arnold Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Mike Scholl Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1120
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1120
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
4901 West Holdrege Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 436-1314
Gr: PK | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
68524, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3200 W Mc Kelvie Rd
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 470-3151
Lincoln, NE 68524
(402) 470-3151
Gr: PK-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 68524, NE?
The top ranked public preschools in 68524, NE include Arnold Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68524?
2 public preschools are located in 68524.
What is the racial composition of students in 68524?
68524 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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