Giltner High School vs High Plains Community JR/SR High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Nebraska, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Giltner High School
Giltner · Public high · Grades 7–12
93 students
High Plains Community JR/SR High School
Polk · Public high · Grades 7–12
93 students
| Measure | Giltner High School Giltner, Nebraska | High Plains Community JR/SR High School Polk, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #39 of 242 | #62 of 242 |
| National rank | #2019 of 16,910 | #2945 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 93 | 93 |
| Enrollment | 93 | 93 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.1% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 8.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 64.5% | 69.5% |
| Math proficiency | 74.5% | 49.5% |
| city | Giltner | Polk |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Giltner High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.6 vs 71.4).
- •Giltner High School does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 49.5%).
- •High Plains Community JR/SR High School does better on reading proficiency (69.5% vs 64.5%).
- •High Plains Community JR/SR High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28% vs 30.1%).
- •High Plains Community JR/SR High School does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 9.3).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Giltner High School better than High Plains Community JR/SR High School?
On the Success Index (US), Giltner High School ranks higher (75.6 vs 71.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Giltner High School and High Plains Community JR/SR High School?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Giltner and Polk in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Giltner High School: 93. High Plains Community JR/SR High School: 93. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Giltner High School and High Plains Community JR/SR High School rank in Nebraska?
Giltner High School is 39th of 242 and High Plains Community JR/SR High School is 62nd of 242 among high schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).