For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,218 students in 68516, NE (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,393 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 68516, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68516, NE are Cavett Elementary School, Wysong Elementary School and Maxey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68516 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68516, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68516, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cavett Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7701 S 36th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1131
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1131
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Wysong Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7901 Blanchard Boulevard
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1185
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1185
Gr: PK-5 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Maxey Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5200 S 75th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1153
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1153
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Scott Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2200 Pine Lake Road
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Gr: 6-8 | 1,020 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Humann Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6720 Rockwood Ln
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1145
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1145
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
Pound Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 S 45th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Gr: 6-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Zeman Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4900 S 52nd St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1169
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1169
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
11100 South 70th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1315
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1315
Gr: PK | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
11100 South 70th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1315
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1315
Gr: 9-12 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68516, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68516, NE include Cavett Elementary School, Wysong Elementary School and Maxey Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68516?
9 public schools are located in 68516.
What percentage of students in 68516 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 68516 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68516?
68516 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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