Best 68118 Nebraska Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,459 students in 68118, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in 68118, NE are Aldrich Elementary School, Grace Abbott Elementary School and Elkhorn Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68118 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68118, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 68118, NE Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aldrich Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
506 N 162 Ave
Omaha, NE 68118
(402) 715-2020
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Grace Abbott Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1313 N 156th
Omaha, NE 68118
(402) 715-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
17880 Marcy St
Omaha, NE 68118
(402) 334-9302
Gr: 6-8 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Kiewit Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15650 Howard St
Omaha, NE 68118
(402) 715-1470
Gr: 6-8 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 68118, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68118, NE include Aldrich Elementary School, Grace Abbott Elementary School and Elkhorn Ridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68118?
4 public schools are located in 68118.
What is the racial composition of students in 68118?
68118 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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