The mission of the Gothenburg Public Schools is to provide education through strong instructional leadership, a positive learning environment, continuous assessment of pupil progress, quality staff development and a partnership in learning with parents, the community and private business.
Gothenburg Public School Dist. 20
1322 Avenue I, Gothenburg, NE 69138
Phone: 308/537-3651
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- Gothenburg Public Schools are fully accredited through the State of Nebraska and the North Central Association.
- Small class sizes enhance the educational needs of all students
- ACT Test Scores are consistently above both state and national averages.
- Scores on standardized tests consistently at or above the upper third of national norms.
- Annual graduation rates of approximately 99%.
- Average years of experience for teachers - 14.6 years.
- Percentage of teachers with advanced degrees - 46%.
- Renaissance Program provides incentives for students to achieve academic excellence and positve behavior.
- Ten computer labs offer a computer for every three students
- TeamMates, a mentoring program initiated by Tom & Nancy Osborne, helps youths in grade school and junior high.
- One totally interactive distance learning lab and two satellite distance learning labs are available.
- Fully automated library system, including inter-librry loan and electronic references.
- The student/teacher ratio is 13 to 1 in the elementary level and 13.5 to 1 in the secondary schools affording teachers and students advantages that benefit their education.
Liberty Heights Christian School
3307 Lake Avenue, Gothenburg, NE 69138
Phone: 308/537-3952
School curriculum in a Christian atmosphere is provided by teachers at the Liberty Heights Christian School for students from Kindergarten through 8th grade.