For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 318 students in 68745, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68745, NE are Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School and Laurel-concord-coleridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68745 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68745, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68745, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
502 Wakefield St
Laurel, NE 68745
(402) 256-3133
Laurel, NE 68745
(402) 256-3133
Gr: PK-5 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Laurel-concord-coleridge High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
502 Wakefield St
Laurel, NE 68745
(402) 256-3133
Laurel, NE 68745
(402) 256-3133
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68745, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68745, NE include Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School and Laurel-concord-coleridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 68745?
2 public schools are located in 68745.
What is the racial composition of students in 68745?
68745 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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