Districts in Lancaster County5 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Public Schools | Malcolm | 9/10 Excellent · 87th pct | 644 | 2 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Waverly School District 145 | Alvo | 8/10 Good · 78th pct | 2,165 | 5 | PK–12 | 9 |
| Norris School District 160 | Cortland | 8/10 Good · 73rd pct | 2,483 | 4 | PK–12 | 6 |
| Lincoln Public Schools | Lincoln | 6/10 Average · 53rd pct | 41,850 | 76 | PK–12 | 15 |
| Raymond Central Public Schools | Ceresco | 5/10 Average · 42nd pct | 742 | 5 | PK–12 | 4 |
Zip Codes in Lancaster County
How Lancaster County compares
Together they enroll 47,884 students across 92 schools. The largest is Lincoln Public Schools with 41,850 students. Districts here average 7.2/10, above the Nebraska average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Lancaster County, Nebraska
Lancaster County has 5 public school districts covering 38 zip codes. The top-rated district in Lancaster County is Malcolm Public Schools (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Nebraska. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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