For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,295 students in 68602, NE.
The top-ranked public high school in 68602, NE is Columbus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 68602 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68602, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68602 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Columbus High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68602, NE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbus High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3434 Discoverer Drive
Columbus, NE 68602
(402) 563-7050
Columbus, NE 68602
(402) 563-7050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,295 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 68602, NE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 68602, NE include Columbus High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68602?
1 public high schools are located in 68602.
What is the racial composition of students in 68602?
68602 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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