For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 442 students in Tilden, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Tilden, NE are Elkhorn Valley Elementary School and Elkhorn Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tilden, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Tilden have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Tilden, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elkhorn Valley Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 S Madison Street
Tilden, NE 68781
(402) 368-5301
Tilden, NE 68781
(402) 368-5301
Gr: PK-6 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Elkhorn Valley High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 S Madison Street
Tilden, NE 68781
(402) 368-5301
Tilden, NE 68781
(402) 368-5301
Gr: 7-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Tilden, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Tilden, NE include Elkhorn Valley Elementary School and Elkhorn Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Tilden?
2 public schools are located in Tilden.
What is the racial composition of students in Tilden?
Tilden public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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