For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 273 students in Benkelman, NE.
The top ranked public schools in Benkelman, NE are Benkelman Elementary School and Dundy Co Stratton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benkelman, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Benkelman have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 九游体育s in Benkelman, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benkelman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 A St
Benkelman, NE 69021
(308) 423-2216
Benkelman, NE 69021
(308) 423-2216
Grades: PK-6
| 148 students
Rank: #22.
Dundy Co Stratton High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 9th Ave West
Benkelman, NE 69021
(308) 423-2738
Benkelman, NE 69021
(308) 423-2738
Grades: 7-12
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Benkelman, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Benkelman, NE include Benkelman Elementary School and Dundy Co Stratton High School.
How many public schools are located in Benkelman?
2 public schools are located in Benkelman.
What is the racial composition of students in Benkelman?
Benkelman public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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