For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 105 students in Elba, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Elba, NE are Elba Secondary School and Elba Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elba, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Elba have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elba, NE (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elba Secondary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
711 Caroline St
Elba, NE 68835
(308) 863-2228
Elba, NE 68835
(308) 863-2228
Gr: 7-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Elba Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
711 Caroline St
Elba, NE 68835
(308) 863-2228
Elba, NE 68835
(308) 863-2228
Gr: PK-6 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elba, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Elba, NE include Elba Secondary School and Elba Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Elba?
2 public schools are located in Elba.
What is the racial composition of students in Elba?
Elba public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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