For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 966 students in 68059, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68059, NE are Platteview Central Jr High School, Springfield Elementary School and Platteview Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68059 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68059, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68059, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Platteview Central Jr High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14801 S 108th St
Springfield, NE 68059
(402) 339-5052
Springfield, NE 68059
(402) 339-5052
Gr: 7-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Springfield Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
940 Main St
Springfield, NE 68059
(402) 253-2245
Springfield, NE 68059
(402) 253-2245
Gr: PK-6 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Platteview Senior High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14801 S 108th St
Springfield, NE 68059
(402) 339-3606
Springfield, NE 68059
(402) 339-3606
Gr: 9-12 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68059, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68059, NE include Platteview Central Jr High School, Springfield Elementary School and Platteview Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 68059?
3 public schools are located in 68059.
What is the racial composition of students in 68059?
68059 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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