For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,630 students in 68504, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 472 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 68504, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68504, NE are Riley Elementary School, North Star High School and Dawes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68504 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68504, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68504, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5021 Orchard St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1164
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1164
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
North Star High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5801 N 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1305
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1305
Gr: 9-12 | 1,927 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Dawes Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5130 Colfax Street
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1211
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1211
Gr: 6-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Huntington Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2900 N 46th St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1144
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1144
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Culler Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5201 Vine St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1210
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1210
Gr: 6-8 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Donald D Sherrill Education Cntr - Elementary School
Special Education School
330 N 56th St
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1924
Lincoln, NE 68504
(402) 436-1924
Gr: PK-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68504, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68504, NE include Riley Elementary School, North Star High School and Dawes Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68504?
6 public schools are located in 68504.
What percentage of students in 68504 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 68504 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68504?
68504 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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