Best 68818 Nebraska Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,230 students in 68818, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68818, NE are Aurora Elementary School, Aurora Middle School and Aurora High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68818 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68818, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 68818, NE Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
300 H St
Aurora, NE 68818
(402) 694-6923
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Aurora Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
300 L St
Aurora, NE 68818
(402) 694-6923
Gr: 6-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Aurora High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
300 M St
Aurora, NE 68818
(402) 694-6923
Gr: 9-12 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Aurora Preschool
409 J Street
Aurora, NE 68818
(402) 694-6923
Gr: PK | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 68818, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68818, NE include Aurora Elementary School, Aurora Middle School and Aurora High School.
How many public schools are located in 68818?
4 public schools are located in 68818.
What is the racial composition of students in 68818?
68818 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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