For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 184 students in 68937, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68937, NE are Elwood High School and Elwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68937 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68937, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68937, NE Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elwood High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
502 First Ave
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 785-2491
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 785-2491
Gr: 7-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Elwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
502 First Ave
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 785-2491
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 785-2491
Gr: PK-6 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
68937, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
114 Lakeview Acres Dr 14c
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 324-4752
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 324-4752
Gr: PK-8 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68937, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68937, NE include Elwood High School and Elwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68937?
2 public schools are located in 68937.
What is the racial composition of students in 68937?
68937 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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