Best Public Schools in Zip Code 69021


Summary:

The 69021 zip code area is home to two schools - Benkelman Elementary School and Dundy County Stratton High School, both part of the Dundy County Stratton Public Schools district. While Benkelman Elementary stands out as a high-performing school, Dundy County Stratton High School appears to be underperforming compared to state averages.

Benkelman Elementary School consistently outperforms the district and state in test scores, particularly in mathematics, with 90% of 6th graders proficient or better on the NSCAS assessment, compared to 57% statewide. The school has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top 122 elementary schools in Nebraska. With a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 12.1 and higher spending per student at $24,948, Benkelman Elementary appears to be effectively serving its students and providing a quality education.

In contrast, Dundy County Stratton High School has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranks 195th out of 215 high schools in Nebraska. The school's test scores, particularly in science and English language arts, are significantly lower than the state averages. This raises concerns about the quality of education and resources available at the high school level in the district. Additionally, both schools have high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility, suggesting potential socioeconomic challenges in the community that may contribute to equity issues.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Nebraska Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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