For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 182 students in Elgin, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 119 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in Elgin, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Elgin, NE are Elgin Elementary School and Elgin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elgin, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Elgin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elgin, NE (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elgin Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 N 4th St
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Gr: PK-6 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Elgin High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 N 4th St
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Elgin, NE 68636
(402) 843-2455
Gr: 7-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elgin, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Elgin, NE include Elgin Elementary School and Elgin High School.
How many public schools are located in Elgin?
2 public schools are located in Elgin.
What percentage of students in Elgin go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in Elgin are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Elgin?
Elgin public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Elgin are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elgin include: Elgin Elementary School vs. Elgin High School, Elgin High School vs. Elgin Elementary School
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