For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,744 students in 68106, NE (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,566 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 68106, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68106, NE are Washington Elementary School, Beals Elementary School and Norris Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68106 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68106, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68106, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5519 Mayberry Street
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-2220
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-2220
Gr: PK-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Beals Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1720 S 48th St
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-1060
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-1060
Gr: PK-6 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Norris Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2235 S 46th St
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-2500
Omaha, NE 68106
(531) 299-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,140 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68106, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68106, NE include Washington Elementary School, Beals Elementary School and Norris Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68106?
3 public schools are located in 68106.
What percentage of students in 68106 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 68106 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68106?
68106 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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