For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,668 students in 68516, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68516, NE are Cavett Elementary School, Wysong Elementary School and Maxey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68516 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68516, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68516, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cavett Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7701 S 36th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1131
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1131
Gr: PK-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Wysong Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7901 Blanchard Boulevard
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1185
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1185
Gr: PK-5 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Maxey Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5200 S 75th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1153
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1153
Gr: PK-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Scott Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2200 Pine Lake Road
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Gr: 6-8 | 1,103 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Humann Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6720 Rockwood Ln
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1145
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1145
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Pound Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 S 45th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Gr: 6-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Zeman Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4900 S 52nd St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1169
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1169
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68516, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68516, NE include Cavett Elementary School, Wysong Elementary School and Maxey Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68516?
7 public elementary schools are located in 68516.
What is the racial composition of students in 68516?
68516 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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