For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 243 students in Giltner, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Giltner, NE are Giltner Elementary School and Giltner High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Giltner, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Giltner have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 Giltner, NE (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Giltner Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
#2 West 6th Rd
Giltner, NE 68841
(402) 849-2238
Giltner, NE 68841
(402) 849-2238
Gr: PK-6 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Giltner High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
#2 West 6th Rd
Giltner, NE 68841
(402) 849-2238
Giltner, NE 68841
(402) 849-2238
Gr: 7-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Giltner, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Giltner, NE include Giltner Elementary School and Giltner High School.
How many public schools are located in Giltner?
2 public schools are located in Giltner.
What is the racial composition of students in Giltner?
Giltner 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).
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