Best 68318 Nebraska Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 199 students in 68318, NE.
The top-ranked public preschool in 68318, NE is Southern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68318 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68318, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Best 68318, NE Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
315 W 2nd St
Blue Springs, NE 68318
(402) 645-3359
Gr: PK-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
3-year-old Preschool
313 W 1st Street
Blue Springs, NE 68318
(402) 645-3359
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68318, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68318, NE include Southern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68318?
2 public preschools are located in 68318.
What is the racial composition of students in 68318?
68318 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

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