For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,023 students in Gering, NE.
The top ranked public schools in Gering, NE are Geil Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Northfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gering, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Gering have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Nebraska public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gering, NE (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Geil Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 D St
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2545
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2545
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1725 13th St
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2350
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2350
Grades: PK-5
| 284 students
Rank: #33.
Northfield Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Flaten Ave
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-5555
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-5555
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Rank: #44.
Gering High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 U St
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-3121
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-3121
Grades: 9-12
| 581 students
Rank: #55.
Gering Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 Q St
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-3123
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-3123
Grades: 6-8
| 414 students
Rank: n/an/a
Gering Early Childhood Program
Magnet School
1725 13th St
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2350
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2350
Grades: PK
| 254 students
Rank: n/an/a
Panhandle Beginnings Day Treatment
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
116 Terry Blvd
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 632-3981
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 632-3981
Grades: 3-8
| n/a students
Gering, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
190234 Carter Canyon Rd
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2004
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2004
Grades: PK-4
| 48 students
940 Crescent Drive
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 635-6852
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 635-6852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
975 Crescent Drive
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 633-3321
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 633-3321
Grades: PK
| 37 students
Paces-w Ne Juvenile Services (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
2522 7th St
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2204
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-2204
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gering, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Gering, NE include Geil Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Northfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gering?
7 public schools are located in Gering.
What is the racial composition of students in Gering?
Gering public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Nebraska public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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