For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 159 students in Benkelman, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Benkelman, NE is Benkelman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benkelman, NE public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Benkelman have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Benkelman, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Benkelman, NE include Benkelman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Benkelman?
1 public elementary schools are located in Benkelman.
What is the racial composition of students in Benkelman?
Benkelman public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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