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📍 Westerville, NE · Custer County

School District for
Zip Code 68881 — Westerville, NE

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ZIP 68881 is served by Ansley Public Schools, rated 2/10 — 12th percentile in Nebraska.Ratings are percentile ranks within a single state, so they are not comparable across states.
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Ansley Public Schools · Grades Pre-K – 12th

2
out of 10 Rating Poor
State reading & math tests (EDFacts 2021–22) · 12th percentile in NE · based on a district of 200 students
▼ Declining — down 10 points since 2018 — part of a nationwide post-pandemic dip in test scores, not unique to this district
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School District · Westerville, NE
Ansley Public Schools
📍 Custer County, NE · Zip Code 68881
2/10
Rating
200
Students
2
Schools
Pre-K – 12th
Grade Span
Poor Public school district serving Westerville, NE. Per-pupil spending: $13,000/year (est.).
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Pre-K – 12th
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District Phone
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District Office
1124 CAMERON STREET PO BOX 370, ANSLEY, NE 68814
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District Type
Public School District
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Charter Status
Not applicable
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District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricAnsley Public SchoolsNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment2003,700↑ Larger than avg
Number of Schools26Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$13,000/yr (est.)$13,700/yr↓ 31% below avg
District TypePublic School DistrictPublic District
Overall Rating2/10 — PoorBelow average
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER
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Always verify before deciding: Contact Ansley Public Schools directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options. Nearby zip codes are served by Ord Public Schools and Broken Bow Public Schools — if your address is near a district line, your assignment may differ from this zip-level estimate.
How Ansley Public Schools Compares NearbyState percentile · EDFacts 2021–22
DistrictRatingPercentileStudents
Ansley Public Schools (this district)2/1012th200
Papillion-La Vista Community SchoolsNR14,000
Elkhorn Public Schools10/1099th11,319
Lincoln Public Schools6/1053rd41,850
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Reading proficiency: 42% · Math proficiency: 32% · Combined average: 37%
Ranked against 238 rated districts in NE → 12th percentile2/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is zip code 68881?
Zip code 68881 is served by Ansley Public Schools in Westerville, NE (Custer County). The district serves approximately 200 students across 2 schools and has an overall rating of 2/10 (Poor).
What schools are in zip code 68881?
Zip code 68881 is served by Ansley Public Schools. Specific school assignment depends on your exact home address — see the full list of schools in this district on this page, and confirm directly with the district office.
Is Ansley Public Schools a good school district?
Ansley Public Schools has an overall rating of 2/10 (Poor). Across Nebraska, public school districts average a student-teacher ratio of about 17:1 and per-pupil spending of roughly $13,000 a year; figures for this district specifically are not published in the federal data this site uses.
How do I verify my school assignment for zip code 68881?
Contact Ansley Public Schools directly to confirm your specific school assignment. While our data is based on NCES 2024 records, school boundaries can change and some districts have open enrollment policies. Always verify before making enrollment or real estate decisions.
What grades does Ansley Public Schools serve?
Ansley Public Schools serves students from Pre-K – 12th. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 68881. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.
How do I contact Ansley Public Schools?
You can reach Ansley Public Schools via phone: (308)935-1121. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 68881.
Is Ansley Public Schools a public school district?
Ansley Public Schools is classified as a public school district. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 68881, contact Ansley Public Schools directly.
Schools in Ansley Public Schools2 schools · NCES 2024
🏠 Other Schools (2)
  • ANSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 110 students
  • ANSLEY HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–12 · 76 students
Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.

About Ansley Public Schools

Zip code 68881 in Westerville, Nebraska is served by Ansley Public Schools for public school enrollment. The district covers grades K–12. This page provides a data-driven overview of Ansley Public Schools’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.

Understanding the 2/10 Rating

SchoolDistrictFinder rates Ansley Public Schools 2 out of 10 — low-rated 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 (2021–22 school year). 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.

⚠️ Small-district caveat. Ansley Public Schools enrolls 200 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.

Ansley Public Schools holds a low overall rating, with reading and math proficiency among the lowest in Nebraska on state assessments. Test results reflect many factors beyond the classroom, including community and economic conditions; a low score is a signal to research carefully, not a verdict on any individual school or teacher. Families in this area should research all available alternatives: inter-district transfers, charter schools, and magnet programs. Contact the district directly to understand exactly what programs are available at your assigned school.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 68881

Children in zip code 68881 are assigned to Ansley 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 68881, 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 Ansley 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 Westerville

Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Ansley Public Schools serves zip code 68881, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 68881. 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 Ansley 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 68881.

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 Ansley Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 68881 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating2/10 👍
GradePoor
Grades ServedPre-K – 12th
District TypePublic School District
Total Students~200
Total Schools2
Per-Pupil Spending$13,000/yr (est.)
Phone(308)935-1121
Data SourceNCES 2024