For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 244 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Giltner, NE (2025)
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 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
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 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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