For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 769 students in 69138, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 69138, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 69138, NE are Gothenburg Secondary School and Dudley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 69138 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 69138, NE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 69138, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gothenburg Secondary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1322 Avenue I
Gothenburg, NE 69138
(308) 537-3651
Gothenburg, NE 69138
(308) 537-3651
Gr: 7-12 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Dudley Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1311 Avenue G
Gothenburg, NE 69138
(308) 537-3651
Gothenburg, NE 69138
(308) 537-3651
Gr: PK-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 69138, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 69138, NE include Gothenburg Secondary School and Dudley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 69138?
2 public schools are located in 69138.
What percentage of students in 69138 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 69138 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 69138?
69138 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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