For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,072 students in 68504, NE.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68504, NE are Dawes Middle School and Culler Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68504 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68504, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public middle school average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68504, NE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 68504, NE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68504, NE include Dawes Middle School and Culler Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68504?
2 public middle schools are located in 68504.
What is the racial composition of students in 68504?
68504 public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
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