For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,223 students in 68135, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 673 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 68135, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68135, NE are Wheeler Elementary School, Reagan Elementary School and Willowdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68135 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68135, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68135, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wheeler Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6707 S 178th St
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6250
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Reagan Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4440 S 198 Ave
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-7100
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Willowdale Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16901 P St
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-8280
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-8280
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Russell Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5304 S 172nd St
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-8500
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-8500
Gr: 6-8 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Rohwer Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17701 F St
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6225
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6225
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Ackerman Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5110 S 156th St
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-8420
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-8420
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #77.
Beadle Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18201 Jefferson St
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6100
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,011 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #88.
Black Elk Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6708 S 161 Ave
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6200
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #99.
Millard West High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5710 S 176 Ave
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6000
Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 715-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,344 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68135, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68135, NE include Wheeler Elementary School, Reagan Elementary School and Willowdale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68135?
9 public schools are located in 68135.
What percentage of students in 68135 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 68135 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68135?
68135 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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