For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,212 students in 68008, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 166 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 68008, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68008, NE are Blair Deerfield Elementary School, Blair South Preschool and Gerald Otte Blair Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68008 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68008, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68008, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Blair Deerfield Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Deerfield Blvd
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-5123
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-5123
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Blair South Preschool
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1616 Butler St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2229
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2229
Gr: PK | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Gerald Otte Blair Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
555 Jackson St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3678
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3678
Gr: 6-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Blair Arbor Park Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1717 Adams St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2735
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2735
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Blair High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
440 N 10th St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-4941
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-4941
Gr: 9-12 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
68008, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1326 Park St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3835
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3835
Gr: PK-2 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
2232 Washington, Po Box 288
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3135
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-3135
Gr: PK-3 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68008, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68008, NE include Blair Deerfield Elementary School, Blair South Preschool and Gerald Otte Blair Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68008?
5 public schools are located in 68008.
What percentage of students in 68008 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 68008 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68008?
68008 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).