What types of schools are available in Lincoln, Nebraska?

Lincoln, Nebraska offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Lincoln, Nebraska

Q: How many schools are in Lincoln, Nebraska?

There are 68 schools in Lincoln, Nebraska, serving 42,466 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Lincoln?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Lincoln, Nebraska, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 68 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

42,466

Total Students

Across Lincoln

13.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

68 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)6 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,017 students at Northwest High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 3:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Early Childhood At Standing Bear Hs

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11100 South 70Th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516

Infant Toddler At Lincoln Northeast High School

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2635 N 63 St, Lincoln, NE 68507

Early Childhood At Northwest High School

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4901 West Holdrege Street, Lincoln, NE 68524

Infant Toddler At Lincoln High School

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2229 J St, Lincoln, NE 68510

Infant Toddler At Bryan Community School

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300 South 48Th Street, Lincoln, NE 68510

Northwest High School

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4901 West Holdrege Street, Lincoln, NE 68524

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3435 North 14Th Street, Lincoln, NE 68521

Robinson Elementary School

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1350 North 102Nd Street, Lincoln, NE 68527

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Lincoln

Lincoln, Nebraska is home to 68 schools serving over 42,466 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Lincoln, Nebraska?

There are 68 schools in Lincoln, serving 42,466 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Lincoln?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Lincoln include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Lincoln?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Lincoln is 13.2:1.

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