For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 129 students in 68864, NE.
The top-ranked public high school in 68864, NE is Palmer Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 68864 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68864, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68864 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palmer Junior-senior High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68864, NE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmer Junior-senior High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 Commercial St
Palmer, NE 68864
(308) 894-3065
Palmer, NE 68864
(308) 894-3065
Gr: 7-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 68864, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 68864, NE include Palmer Junior-senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68864?
1 public high schools are located in 68864.
What is the racial composition of students in 68864?
68864 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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