For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,809 students in 68507, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68507, NE are Kahoa Elementary School, Mickle Middle School and Norwood Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68507 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68507, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68507, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kahoa Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7700 Leighton St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1147
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1147
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Mickle Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2500 N 67th St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1216
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1216
Gr: 6-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Norwood Park Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4710 N 72nd St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1155
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1155
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6402 Judson St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1160
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1160
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68507, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68507, NE include Kahoa Elementary School, Mickle Middle School and Norwood Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68507?
4 public elementary schools are located in 68507.
What is the racial composition of students in 68507?
68507 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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