For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 187 students in 68371, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 68371, NE is Heartland Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68371 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68371, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68371, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heartland Community Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 Front St
Henderson, NE 68371
(402) 723-4434
Henderson, NE 68371
(402) 723-4434
Gr: PK-6 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
68371, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1501 Front St Po Box 626
Henderson, NE 68371
(402) 723-4434
Henderson, NE 68371
(402) 723-4434
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68371, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68371, NE include Heartland Community Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68371?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68371.
What is the racial composition of students in 68371?
68371 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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