For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 522 students in 68959, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68959, NE are Minden East Elementary School and C L Jones Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68959 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68959, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68959, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Minden East Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
123 N Minden Ave
Minden, NE 68959
(308) 832-2460
Minden, NE 68959
(308) 832-2460
Gr: PK-3 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
C L Jones Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
520 W 3rd
Minden, NE 68959
(308) 832-2338
Minden, NE 68959
(308) 832-2338
Gr: 4-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68959, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68959, NE include Minden East Elementary School and C L Jones Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68959?
2 public elementary schools are located in 68959.
What is the racial composition of students in 68959?
68959 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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