GILDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GILDER ELEM SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in OMAHA, NE with about 364 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 27 teachers, GILDER ELEM SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Gilder Elementary School, located at 3705 Chandler Road in Omaha, Nebraska, is a public school serving students within the Omaha Public Schools (OPS) district. The school is situated in the southern part of the city and serves a diverse student population, reflecting the surrounding community's demographics. As part of the OPS system, the school operates under a curriculum designed to meet Nebraska state academic standards, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often providing support services for English Language Learners and students with specialized educational needs.

The school environment at Gilder Elementary focuses on fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development. Like many schools in the district, it strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that encourages parental involvement and community engagement. Beyond the standard classroom curriculum, the school typically provides access to various extracurricular activities and resources aimed at preparing students for middle school transitions. For the most current information regarding their specific academic programs, extracurricular offerings, or school-wide initiatives, stakeholders are encouraged to consult the official Omaha Public Schools website or contact the school’s main office directly.

For more information, contact GILDER ELEM SCHOOL at (402) 734-7334 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.