For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 285 students in Benkelman, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Benkelman, NE are Benkelman Elementary School and Dundy Co Stratton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benkelman, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Benkelman have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Benkelman, NE (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benkelman Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 A St
Benkelman, NE 69021
(308) 423-2216
Benkelman, NE 69021
(308) 423-2216
Gr: PK-6 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Dundy Co Stratton High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 9th Ave West
Benkelman, NE 69021
(308) 423-2738
Benkelman, NE 69021
(308) 423-2738
Gr: 7-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Benkelman, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Benkelman, NE include Benkelman Elementary School and Dundy Co Stratton High School.
How many public schools are located in Benkelman?
2 public schools are located in Benkelman.
What is the racial composition of students in Benkelman?
Benkelman public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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