For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 143 students in 68443, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 68443, NE is Sterling Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68443 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68443, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68443, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sterling Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 Main St
Sterling, NE 68443
(402) 866-4761
Sterling, NE 68443
(402) 866-4761
Gr: PK-6 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68443, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68443, NE include Sterling Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68443?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68443.
What is the racial composition of students in 68443?
68443 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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