Best 68116 Nebraska Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,900 students in 68116, NE (there are 4 private schools, serving 862 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 68116, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68116, NE are Manchester Elementary School, Elkhorn Grandview Middle School and Sagewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68116 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68116, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 68116, NE Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2750 N Hws Cleveland Blvd
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-2590
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Elkhorn Grandview Middle School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
17801 Grand Avenue
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-9399
Gr: 6-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Sagewood Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4910 N 177th St
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-9078
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Elkhorn North High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
17800 George Miller Parkway
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-0322
Gr: 9-12 | 1,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Standing Bear Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15860 Taylor Street
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2140
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Saddlebrook Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
14850 Laurel Ave
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2020
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Picotte Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
14506 Ohio St
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-1920
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 68116, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68116, NE include Manchester Elementary School, Elkhorn Grandview Middle School and Sagewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68116?
7 public schools are located in 68116.
What percentage of students in 68116 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 68116 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68116?
68116 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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