For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 245 students in 68343, NE.
The top ranked public schools in 68343, NE are Dorchester Elementary School and Dorchester High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68343 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68343, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68343, NE 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
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%
Rank: #22.
Dorchester High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
506 W 9th
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Dorchester, NE 68343
(402) 946-2781
Gr: 7-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
68343, Nebraska 51±¬ÁÏs (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 schools in 68343, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68343, NE include Dorchester Elementary School and Dorchester High School.
How many public schools are located in 68343?
2 public schools are located in 68343.
What is the racial composition of students in 68343?
68343 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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