For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 171 students in 68876, NE.
The top ranked public elementary school in 68876, NE is Shelton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68876 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68876, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68876, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shelton Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
210 9th St
Shelton, NE 68876
(308) 647-6558
Shelton, NE 68876
(308) 647-6558
Grades: PK-6
| 171 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68876, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68876, NE include Shelton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68876?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68876.
What is the racial composition of students in 68876?
68876 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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