For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 160 students in 68420, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 68420, NE is Pawnee City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68420 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68420, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68420, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pawnee City Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
729 E St
Pawnee City, NE 68420
(402) 852-2411
Pawnee City, NE 68420
(402) 852-2411
Gr: PK-6 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68420, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68420, NE include Pawnee City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68420?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68420.
What is the racial composition of students in 68420?
68420 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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