For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,855 students in 68521, NE.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68521, NE are Schoo Middle School and Goodrich Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68521 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68521, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public middle school average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68521, NE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schoo Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Penrose Drive
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1222
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1222
Gr: 6-8 | 1,006 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Goodrich Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Lewis Avenue
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1213
Lincoln, NE 68521
(402) 436-1213
Gr: 6-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 68521, NE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 68521, NE include Schoo Middle School and Goodrich Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68521?
2 public middle schools are located in 68521.
What is the racial composition of students in 68521?
68521 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
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