Best Public Schools in Zip Code 68340

The 68340 zip code area is home to two schools - Deshler Elementary School and Deshler High School, both part of the Deshler Public Schools district. While the elementary school's academic performance is below the state average, Deshler High School stands out as a top-performing school, consistently ranking among the top 38-56 high schools in Nebraska and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Deshler High School's academic excellence is particularly evident in its 11th-grade ACT proficiency rates, which are significantly higher than the state averages in mathematics (55% vs. 41.27%) and science (70% vs. 47.59%). In contrast, Deshler Elementary School's 6th-grade proficiency rates in English Language Arts (50%) and Mathematics (55%) are below the state averages (58.3% and 57.22%, respectively). Both schools have relatively high per-student spending, with Deshler Elementary School having a lower student-teacher ratio, suggesting a more favorable learning environment for younger students.

While the data highlights the strengths of Deshler High School, it also identifies potential areas for improvement at the elementary school level and district-wide, such as the relatively high chronic absenteeism rates at both schools. Additionally, the higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students at the elementary school level compared to the high school may indicate a need to ensure equitable resource allocation and support for these students throughout their educational journey.