For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 204 students in Elwood, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Elwood, NE are Elwood High School and Elwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elwood, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Elwood have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elwood, NE (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elwood High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
502 First Ave
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 785-2491
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 785-2491
Gr: 7-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Elwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
502 First Ave
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 785-2491
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 785-2491
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Elwood, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
114 Lakeview Acres Dr 14c
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 324-4752
Elwood, NE 68937
(308) 324-4752
Gr: PK-8 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elwood, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Elwood, NE include Elwood High School and Elwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Elwood?
2 public schools are located in Elwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Elwood?
Elwood public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Elwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elwood include: Elwood Elementary School vs. Elwood High School
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