For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 164 students in 68641, NE (there are , serving 44 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 68641, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in 68641, NE is Howells Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68641 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68641, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68641, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howells Senior High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
417 Center Street
Howells, NE 68641
(402) 986-1621
Howells, NE 68641
(402) 986-1621
Gr: 7-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
417 Center Street
Howells, NE 68641
(402) 986-1621
Howells, NE 68641
(402) 986-1621
Gr: PK | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68641, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68641, NE include Howells Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 68641?
2 public schools are located in 68641.
What percentage of students in 68641 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 68641 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68641?
68641 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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