For the 2025-26 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 57% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68512, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68512 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southwest High School, with 88% 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7001 S 14th St
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1306
Lincoln, NE 68512
(402) 436-1306
Gr: 9-12 | 2,049 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
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
Gr: 7-12
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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