For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 798 students in 68503, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68503, NE are Hartley Elementary School and Clinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68503 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68503, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68503, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 N 33rd St
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1139
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1139
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1520 N 29th St
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1132
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1132
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Bay High Focus Program
Alternative School
2005 Y Street
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1317
Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 436-1317
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68503, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68503, NE include Hartley Elementary School and Clinton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68503?
3 public schools are located in 68503.
What is the racial composition of students in 68503?
68503 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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