For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 752 students in 68503, NE.
The top-ranked public preschools in 68503, NE are Hartley Elementary School and Clinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68503 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68503, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Nebraska public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68503, NE Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 N 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1139
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1139
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1520 N 29th St
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1132
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1132
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
68503, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2032 U Street
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 474-1110
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 474-1110
Gr: PK | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68503, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68503, NE include Hartley Elementary School and Clinton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68503?
2 public preschools are located in 68503.
What is the racial composition of students in 68503?
68503 public preschools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Nebraska public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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