For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,231 students in 68901, NE.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68901, NE are Adams Central Jr-sr High School and Hastings Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68901 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68901, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle school average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68901, NE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adams Central Jr-sr High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1090 S Adams Central Rd
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 463-3285
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 463-3285
Gr: 7-12 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Hastings Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Marian Road
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 461-7520
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 461-7520
Gr: 6-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
4200 W 2nd St
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 460-3111
Hastings, NE 68901
(402) 460-3111
Gr: 8-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 68901, NE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68901, NE include Adams Central Jr-sr High School and Hastings Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68901?
3 public middle schools are located in 68901.
What is the racial composition of students in 68901?
68901 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
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