For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 246 students in 68340, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 44 private students). 85% 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 High School and Deshler Elementary 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 67% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68340, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deshler High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1402 3rd St
Deshler, NE 68340
(402) 365-7272
Deshler, NE 68340
(402) 365-7272
Gr: 7-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Deshler Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1402 3rd St
Deshler, NE 68340
(402) 365-7272
Deshler, NE 68340
(402) 365-7272
Gr: PK-6 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68340, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68340, NE include Deshler High School and Deshler Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68340?
3 public schools are located in 68340.
What percentage of students in 68340 go to public school?
85% 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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