For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 159 students in 68651, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68651, NE are Osceola Elementary School and Osceola Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68651 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68651, NE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68651, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Osceola Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
341 S Kimmel
Osceola, NE 68651
(402) 747-2091
Osceola, NE 68651
(402) 747-2091
Gr: PK-5 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Osceola Middle School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
565 S Kimmel
Osceola, NE 68651
(402) 747-3121
Osceola, NE 68651
(402) 747-3121
Gr: 6-8 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68651, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68651, NE include Osceola Elementary School and Osceola Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68651?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68651.
What is the racial composition of students in 68651?
68651 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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