For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 2,466 students in 68144, NE.
The top-ranked public preschools in 68144, NE are Prairie Lane Elementary School, Willa Cather Elementary School and Harvey Oaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68144 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68144, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68144, NE Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Lane Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11444 Hascall Street
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6470
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6470
Gr: PK-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Willa Cather Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3030 S 139th Plaza
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1315
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1315
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Harvey Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15228 Shirley St
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1386
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1386
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Rockbrook Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2514 S 108th St
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6475
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6475
Gr: PK-6 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Montclair Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2405 S 138th
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1295
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1295
Gr: PK-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Cody Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3320 S 127th St
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1320
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1320
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Oak Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3109 Pedersen Dr
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-1880
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-1880
Gr: PK-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #88.
Catlin Magnet Center
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12736 Marinda St
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-1180
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-1180
Gr: PK-5 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68144, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68144, NE include Prairie Lane Elementary School, Willa Cather Elementary School and Harvey Oaks Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68144?
8 public preschools are located in 68144.
What is the racial composition of students in 68144?
68144 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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