For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 400 students in 68649, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68649, NE are North Bend Central Elementary School and North Bend Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68649 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68649, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68649, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Bend Central Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
420 E 11th St
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-8122
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-8122
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
North Bend Central Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1320 Walnut St
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-3268
North Bend, NE 68649
(402) 652-3268
Gr: 6-8 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68649, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68649, NE include North Bend Central Elementary School and North Bend Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68649?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68649.
What is the racial composition of students in 68649?
68649 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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