For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 156 students in 68653, NE.
The top ranked public school in 68653, NE is Platte Center Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 68653 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68653, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68653, NE 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Platte Center Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
155 Platte St
Platte Center, NE 68653
(402) 246-3465
Platte Center, NE 68653
(402) 246-3465
Gr: PK-6 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68653, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68653, NE include Platte Center Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68653?
1 public schools are located in 68653.
What is the racial composition of students in 68653?
68653 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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