For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 47 students in 68961, NE.
The top ranked public middle school in 68961, NE is Lawrence - Nelson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle school in zipcode 68961 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 61%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68961, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68961, NE ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrence - Nelson Middle School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
850 S Nevada
Nelson, NE 68961
(402) 225-3371
Nelson, NE 68961
(402) 225-3371
Gr: 6-8 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 68961, NE?
The top ranked public middle schools in 68961, NE include Lawrence - Nelson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68961?
1 public middle schools are located in 68961.
What is the racial composition of students in 68961?
68961 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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