For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,467 students in 68005, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68005, NE are Wake Robin Elementary School, Avery Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68005 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68005, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68005, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wake Robin Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Lincoln Rd South
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4955
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4955
Gr: PK-6 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Avery Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2107 Avery Rd
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4460
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4460
Gr: PK-6 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
510 W 22nd Ave
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4685
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4685
Gr: PK-6 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Bertha Barber Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Main St
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4560
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4560
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Belleaire Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Mission Ave West
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4510
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4510
Gr: PK-6 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Betz Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 W 27th Ave
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4585
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4585
Gr: PK-6 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Birchcrest Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Fairfax Dr
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4635
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4635
Gr: PK-6 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Twin Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Sunbury Dr
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4845
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4845
Gr: PK-6 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Chap Center
Special Education School
1201 Gregg Rd
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4930
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 293-4930
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68005, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68005, NE include Wake Robin Elementary School, Avery Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68005?
9 public elementary schools are located in 68005.
What is the racial composition of students in 68005?
68005 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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