Giltner Elementary School

Giltner Elementary School is a small rural public school located in Giltner, Nebraska. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 147 students and employs ten full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-to-teacher ratio of about 14.7:1. The school's setting is quiet and close-knit, with rolling hills and open spaces surrounding the campus.

Giltner Elementary School focuses on providing a nurturing environment where students can grow both academically and socially. While the school’s MySchoolScout rating places it at 4.8 out of 10 and its state ranking at number 603 out of 974 schools in Nebraska, there is room for academic growth with an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 54% and a Math proficiency rate of 49%. Located in the rural community of Giltner, the school is part of a tight-knit neighborhood where students often have strong connections to their peers and teachers.

The setting offers a unique opportunity for hands-on learning experiences that are closely tied to the local environment and community values.

With an enrollment of 147 students, Giltner Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Giltner Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.