For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 238 students in 68340, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 44 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 68340, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68340, NE are Deshler Elementary School and Deshler High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68340 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68340, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68340, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Deshler Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1402 3rd St
Deshler, NE 68340
(402) 365-7272
Deshler, NE 68340
(402) 365-7272
Grades: PK-6
| 127 students
Rank: #22.
Deshler High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1402 3rd St
Deshler, NE 68340
(402) 365-7272
Deshler, NE 68340
(402) 365-7272
Grades: 7-12
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68340, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68340, NE include Deshler Elementary School and Deshler High School.
How many public schools are located in 68340?
2 public schools are located in 68340.
What percentage of students in 68340 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 68340 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68340?
68340 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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