For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 94 students in Spalding, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Spalding, NE are Riverside Middle School and Riverside Elementary - Spalding. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Spalding, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Spalding have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Spalding, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Middle School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
124 S Ash
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary - Spalding
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
124 S Ash
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Spalding, NE 68665
(308) 497-2431
Gr: PK-5 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Spalding, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Spalding, NE include Riverside Middle School and Riverside Elementary - Spalding.
How many public elementary schools are located in Spalding?
2 public elementary schools are located in Spalding.
What is the racial composition of students in Spalding?
Spalding public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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