For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,049 students in 68512, NE.
The top ranked public high school in 68512, NE is Southwest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 68512 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68512, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68512 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southwest High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68512, NE Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwest High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7001 S 14th St
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1306
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1306
Grades: 9-12
| 2,049 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pathfinder Educational Prg-lancaster Co
Alternative School
1200 Radcliff St
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 441-6817
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 441-6817
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 68512, NE?
The top ranked public high schools in 68512, NE include Southwest High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68512?
2 public high schools are located in 68512.
What is the racial composition of students in 68512?
68512 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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