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Best 68028 Nebraska Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 7,245 students in 68028, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 68028, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68028, NE are Reeder Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School and Aspen Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68028 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68028, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 68028, NE Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reeder Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
19202 Chandler St
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 715-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Palisades Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
16820 Chutney Dr
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 895-2194
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Aspen Creek Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
10325 South 188th Street
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5617
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Harvest Hills Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
19125 Fir Street
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5957
Gr: PK-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Falling Waters Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5909 S 200th Ave
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3938
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Gretna Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
801 South St
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3341
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #77.
Aspen Creek Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
18414 Summit Drive
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3866
Gr: 6-8 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #88.
Gretna Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
11705 South 216th Street
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3048
Gr: 6-8 | 784 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #99.
Whitetail Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
19110 Greenleaf Street
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 895-3388
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #1010.
Squire John Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
11221 Northridge Drive
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5578
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #1111.
Gretna High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
11335 S 204th Street
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3936
Gr: 9-12 | 955 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Gretna East High School
18102 Lincoln Road
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3342
Gr: 9-12 | 1,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 68028, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68028, NE include Reeder Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School and Aspen Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68028?
12 public schools are located in 68028.
What percentage of students in 68028 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 68028 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68028?
68028 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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