For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,108 students in 68135, NE.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 68135 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68135, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68135, NE Public Preschools (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.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68135, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68135, NE include Wheeler Elementary School, Reagan Elementary School and Willowdale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68135?
6 public preschools are located in 68135.
What is the racial composition of students in 68135?
68135 public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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