For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,775 students in 68106, NE (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,377 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 68106, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68106, NE are Washington Elementary School, Beals Elementary School and Norris Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68106 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68106, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68106, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5519 Mayberry Street
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-2220
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-2220
Grades: PK-6
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Beals Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1720 S 48th St
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-1060
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-1060
Grades: PK-6
| 291 students
Rank: #33.
Norris Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2235 S 46th St
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-2500
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-2500
Grades: 6-8
| 1,162 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68106, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68106, NE include Washington Elementary School, Beals Elementary School and Norris Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68106?
3 public schools are located in 68106.
What percentage of students in 68106 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 68106 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68106?
68106 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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