For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 99 students in Spalding, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in Spalding, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Spalding, NE are Riverside Elementary - Spalding and Riverside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Spalding, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Spalding have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Spalding, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary - Spalding
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
124 S Ash
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Grades: PK-5
| 50 students
Rank: #22.
Riverside Middle School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
124 S Ash
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Grades: 6-8
| 49 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Spalding, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Spalding, NE include Riverside Elementary - Spalding and Riverside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Spalding?
2 public schools are located in Spalding.
What percentage of students in Spalding go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in Spalding are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Spalding?
Spalding public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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