For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 249 students in 68856, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68856, NE are Anselmo-merna High School and Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68856 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68856, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68856, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anselmo-merna High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
750 N Conway St
Merna, NE 68856
(308) 643-2224
Merna, NE 68856
(308) 643-2224
Gr: 7-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
750 N Conway St
Merna, NE 68856
(308) 643-2224
Merna, NE 68856
(308) 643-2224
Gr: PK-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68856, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68856, NE include Anselmo-merna High School and Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna.
How many public schools are located in 68856?
2 public schools are located in 68856.
What is the racial composition of students in 68856?
68856 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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