For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 152 students in 68343, NE.
The top-ranked public preschool 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 preschool in zipcode 68343 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68343, NE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68343, NE Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dorchester Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
506 W 9th
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
68343, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
506 W 9th
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Gr: PK | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68343, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68343, NE include Dorchester Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68343?
1 public preschools are located in 68343.
What is the racial composition of students in 68343?
68343 public preschools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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