For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 203 students in 68739, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 68739, NE is Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68739 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68739, NE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68739, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 S Broadway
Hartington, NE 68739
(402) 254-3947
Hartington, NE 68739
(402) 254-3947
Gr: PK-6 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68739, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68739, NE include Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68739?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68739.
What is the racial composition of students in 68739?
68739 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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