For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,822 students in 68516, NE.
The top ranked public middle schools in 68516, NE are Scott Middle School and Pound Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 68516 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Nebraska public middle school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 68516, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68516, NE Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scott Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Pine Lake Road
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1218
Grades: 6-8
| 1,103 students
Rank: #22.
Pound Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 S 45th St
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Lincoln, NE 68516
(402) 436-1217
Grades: 6-8
| 719 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 68516, NE?
The top ranked public middle schools in 68516, NE include Scott Middle School and Pound Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 68516?
2 public middle schools are located in 68516.
What is the racial composition of students in 68516?
68516 public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public middle schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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