For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 156 students in 68653, NE.
The top-ranked public school in 68653, NE is Platte Center Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 68653 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68653, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68653, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Platte Center Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
155 Platte St
Platte Center, NE 68653
(402) 246-3465
Platte Center, NE 68653
(402) 246-3465
Gr: PK-6 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68653, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68653, NE include Platte Center Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68653?
1 public schools are located in 68653.
What is the racial composition of students in 68653?
68653 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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