For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 631 students in 68702, NE.
The top-ranked public middle school in 68702, NE is Norfolk Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68702 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68702, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public middle school average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68702, NE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norfolk Jr High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
510 Pasewalk Ave
Norfolk, NE 68702
(402) 644-2516
Norfolk, NE 68702
(402) 644-2516
Gr: 7-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Eastern Learning Center
Special Education School
300 W Eisenhower Ave
Norfolk, NE 68702
(402) 371-3454
Norfolk, NE 68702
(402) 371-3454
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 68702, NE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68702, NE include Norfolk Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68702?
2 public middle schools are located in 68702.
What is the racial composition of students in 68702?
68702 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
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