Bennington Public Schools operates 30 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Bennington Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 23,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 30 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↓ 31% below avg |
| District Type | Suburban | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
- BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 368 students
- BENNINGTON HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1068 students
- PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 556 students
- HERITAGE ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 436 students
- BENNINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 431 students
- ANCHOR POINTE ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 544 students
- STRATFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 379 students
- BENNINGTON SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 599 students
- BEADLE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,011 students
- KIEWIT MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 967 students
- HARRY ANDERSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 898 students
- MILLARD NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 820 students
- MILLARD CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 811 students
- RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 760 students
- MILLARD NORTH HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,572 students
- MILLARD SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,526 students
- MILLARD WEST HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,344 students
About Bennington Public Schools
Bennington Public Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 68068 in Washington, Nebraska. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 68068. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Bennington Public Schools runs approximately $13,000 annually, placing it near the Nebraska state average of approximately $13,000 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Bennington Public Schools is a mid-sized district with 8 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 4,154 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Bennington Public Schools 7 out of 10 — above average among Nebraska public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection. We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Nebraska is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Bennington Public Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Nebraska. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 68068
Children in zip code 68068 are assigned to Bennington Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 68068, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Bennington Public Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Nebraska districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Washington
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Bennington Public Schools serves zip code 68068, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 68068 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Nebraska, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Bennington Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 68068.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Bennington Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 68068 data.