For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 985 students in 68850, NE.
The top-ranked public preschools in 68850, NE are Bryan Elementary School and Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68850 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68850, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public preschool average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68850, NE Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bryan Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1003 N Harrison
Lexington, NE 68850
(308) 324-3762
Lexington, NE 68850
(308) 324-3762
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
505 S Lincoln
Lexington, NE 68850
(308) 324-3764
Lexington, NE 68850
(308) 324-3764
Gr: PK-1 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Intervention/homebound
Special Education School
1501 Plum Creek Parkway
Lexington, NE 68850
(308) 324-1841
Lexington, NE 68850
(308) 324-1841
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
1503 Plum Creek Parkway
Lexington, NE 68850
(308) 324-1841
Lexington, NE 68850
(308) 324-1841
Gr: PK | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68850, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68850, NE include Bryan Elementary School and Morton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68850?
4 public preschools are located in 68850.
What is the racial composition of students in 68850?
68850 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public preschools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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