Best 68132 Nebraska Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,970 students in 68132, NE (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,162 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 68132, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68132, NE are Harrison Elementary School, Dundee Elementary School and Lewis & Clark Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68132 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68132, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 68132, NE Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5304 Hamilton St
Omaha, NE 68132
(531) 299-1540
Gr: PK-6 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Dundee Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
310 N 51st Street
Omaha, NE 68132
(531) 299-1340
Gr: PK-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Lewis & Clark Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6901 Burt St
Omaha, NE 68132
(531) 299-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Western Hills Magnet Center
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6523 Western Avenue
Omaha, NE 68132
(531) 299-2240
Gr: PK-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 68132, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68132, NE include Harrison Elementary School, Dundee Elementary School and Lewis & Clark Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68132?
4 public schools are located in 68132.
What percentage of students in 68132 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 68132 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68132?
68132 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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