For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,143 students in 68124, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 229 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 68124, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68124, NE are Sunset Hills Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Paddock Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68124 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68124, NE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68124, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunset Hills Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9503 Walnut St
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6480
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6480
Gr: PK-6 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9801 W Center Road
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6460
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6460
Gr: PK-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Paddock Road Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3535 Paddock Rd
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6465
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6465
Gr: PK-6 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Westside Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8601 Arbor Street
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6464
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6464
Gr: 7-8 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Westgate Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7802 Hascall Street
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6495
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6495
Gr: PK-6 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68124, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68124, NE include Sunset Hills Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Paddock Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68124?
5 public schools are located in 68124.
What percentage of students in 68124 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 68124 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68124?
68124 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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