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Best 68601 Nebraska Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 346 students in 68601, NE.
The top-ranked public preschool in 68601, NE is Shell Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68601 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68601, NE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Best 68601, NE Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shell Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16786 280th St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-8008
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Esu 7 Learning Academy
Alternative School
2567 44th Ave
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Gr: PK-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 68601 Nebraska

68601, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Boys & Girls Home-columbus (Closed 2012)
3020 18th St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-4949
Gr: 6-12
Columbus Early Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2657 44th Ave
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-0815
Gr: PK-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Sunrise Elementary School (Closed 2010)
860 E 29th St
Columbus, NE 68601
(402) 564-4540
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68601, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68601, NE include Shell Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68601?
2 public preschools are located in 68601.
What is the racial composition of students in 68601?
68601 public preschools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

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