For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 146 students in 68420, NE.
The top ranked public elementary school in 68420, NE is Pawnee City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68420 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68420, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68420, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pawnee City Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
729 E St
Pawnee City, NE 68420
(402) 852-2411
Pawnee City, NE 68420
(402) 852-2411
Grades: PK-6
| 146 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68420, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68420, NE include Pawnee City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68420?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68420.
What is the racial composition of students in 68420?
68420 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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