For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 144 students in 68359, NE.
The top ranked public elementary school in 68359, NE is Friend Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68359 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68359, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68359, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Friend Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Main St
Friend, NE 68359
(402) 947-2781
Friend, NE 68359
(402) 947-2781
Gr: PK-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68359, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68359, NE include Friend Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68359?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68359.
What is the racial composition of students in 68359?
68359 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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