For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 168 students in 68872, NE (there are , serving 19 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 68872, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in 68872, NE is St. Libory Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 68872 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68872, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68872, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Libory Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
435 St Paul Road
Saint Libory, NE 68872
(308) 687-6475
Saint Libory, NE 68872
(308) 687-6475
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68872, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68872, NE include St. Libory Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68872?
1 public schools are located in 68872.
What percentage of students in 68872 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 68872 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68872?
68872 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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