GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GRETNA PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in GRETNA, NE with about 509 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 801 South St in Gretna, Nebraska, serves as a foundational academic institution within the growing Gretna Public Schools district. As one of the elementary buildings in a community known for its rapid expansion and strong suburban character, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for middle school through a structured curriculum and a supportive learning environment.

The school is deeply integrated into the Gretna community, reflecting the district's commitment to academic excellence and student development. It emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also fostering social-emotional growth. With a focus on high expectations and active parent-teacher collaboration, Gretna Elementary strives to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere that helps young students build the necessary skills to succeed as they transition through their formative years.

For more information, contact GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 332-3341 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

801 SOUTH ST
GRETNA, NE 68028-7865
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GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in GRETNA, NE with about 509 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
509
Teachers:
30
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 509 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 96% of the student body.

White
96.3%
Hispanic/Latino
1.8%
Two or more races
1.0%
Asian
0.4%
Black or African American
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.