For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 349 students in Utica, NE.
The top ranked public elementary school in Utica, NE is Centennial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Utica, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Utica have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Utica, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1301 Centennial
Utica, NE 68456
(402) 534-2321
Utica, NE 68456
(402) 534-2321
Grades: PK-5
| 238 students
Rank: n/an/a
1301 Centennial Middle School
Utica, NE 68456
(402) 534-2321
Utica, NE 68456
(402) 534-2321
Grades: 6-8
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Utica, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Utica, NE include Centennial Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Utica?
2 public elementary schools are located in Utica.
What is the racial composition of students in Utica?
Utica public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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