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Best 68510 Nebraska Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,760 students in 68510, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,485 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 68510, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68510, NE are Pyrtle Elementary School, Eastridge Elementary School and Lincoln East High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68510 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68510, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 68510, NE Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pyrtle Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
721 Cottonwood Dr
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1162
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Eastridge Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6245 L St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1135
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln East High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1000 S 70th St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1302
Gr: 9-12 | 1,982 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Randolph Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1024 S 37th St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1163
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Lefler Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1100 S 48th St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1215
Gr: 6-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
225 S 25th St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1136
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2229 J St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1301
Gr: 9-12 | 2,086 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Arts & Humanities Focus Prgm
Alternative School
643 S 25th Ste 9
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1785
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Bryan Community School
Alternative School
300 South 48th Street
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1308
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Ecse - Homebased
300 South 48th Street
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1994
Gr: PK | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Infant Toddler At Bryan Community School
300 South 48th Street
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1308
Gr: PK | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: n/an/a
Infant Toddler At Lincoln High School
2229 J St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1301
Gr: PK | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: n/an/a
Lps Graduation Pathways Program
Alternative School
300 South 48th St
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-1868
Gr: 10-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 68510, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68510, NE include Pyrtle Elementary School, Eastridge Elementary School and Lincoln East High School.
How many public schools are located in 68510?
13 public schools are located in 68510.
What percentage of students in 68510 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 68510 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68510?
68510 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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