For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,453 students in 68506, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68506, NE are Lux Middle School, Rousseau Elementary School and Morley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68506 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68506, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68506, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lux Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7800 High St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1220
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1220
Gr: 6-8 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Rousseau Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3701 S 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1165
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1165
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Morley Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6800 Monterey Dr
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1154
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1154
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5230 Sumner St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1143
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1143
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Calvert Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3709 S 46th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1130
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1130
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Middle School Student Support Program
Alternative School
1801 South 40th Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1694
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1694
Gr: 6-8
Rank: n/an/a
Nuernberger Education Center
Special Education School
1801 S 40th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1255
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 436-1255
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68506, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68506, NE include Lux Middle School, Rousseau Elementary School and Morley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68506?
7 public elementary schools are located in 68506.
What is the racial composition of students in 68506?
68506 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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