For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 152 students in 68343, NE.
The top ranked public elementary school in 68343, NE is Dorchester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68343 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68343, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68343, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dorchester Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
506 W 9th
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Grades: PK-6
| 152 students
68343, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
506 W 9th
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Grades: PK
| 30 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68343, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68343, NE include Dorchester Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68343?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68343.
What is the racial composition of students in 68343?
68343 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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