For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 372 students in 68666, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68666, NE are Cross County Elementary School, Cross County Middle School and Cross County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68666 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68666, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68666, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cross County Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1270 123rd Road
Stromsburg, NE 68666
(402) 764-5521
Stromsburg, NE 68666
(402) 764-5521
Gr: PK-5 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Cross County Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1270 123rd Rd
Stromsburg, NE 68666
(402) 764-5521
Stromsburg, NE 68666
(402) 764-5521
Gr: 6-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Cross County High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1270 123rd Rd
Stromsburg, NE 68666
(402) 764-5521
Stromsburg, NE 68666
(402) 764-5521
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68666, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68666, NE include Cross County Elementary School, Cross County Middle School and Cross County High School.
How many public schools are located in 68666?
3 public schools are located in 68666.
What is the racial composition of students in 68666?
68666 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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