For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 68 students in 68961, NE.
The top-ranked public high school in 68961, NE is Lawrence/nelson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 68961 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68961, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68961 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lawrence/nelson High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68961, NE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrence/nelson High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
850 S Nevada
Nelson, NE 68961
(402) 225-3371
Nelson, NE 68961
(402) 225-3371
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 68961, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 68961, NE include Lawrence/nelson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68961?
1 public high schools are located in 68961.
What is the racial composition of students in 68961?
68961 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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