For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 349 students in Utica, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Utica, NE is Centennial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Utica, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Utica have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Utica, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 Centennial
Utica, NE 68456
(402) 534-2321
Utica, NE 68456
(402) 534-2321
Gr: PK-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
1301 Centennial Middle School
Utica, NE 68456
(402) 534-2321
Utica, NE 68456
(402) 534-2321
Gr: 6-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 111:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Utica, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Utica, NE include Centennial Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Utica?
2 public elementary schools are located in Utica.
What is the racial composition of students in Utica?
Utica public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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