For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,451 students in 68108, NE (there are 1 private school, serving 184 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 68108, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68108, NE are Bancroft Elementary School and Castelar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68108 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68108, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68108, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bancroft Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2724 Riverview Blvd
Omaha, NE 68108
(531) 299-1040
Omaha, NE 68108
(531) 299-1040
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Castelar Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2316 S 18th St
Omaha, NE 68108
(531) 299-1160
Omaha, NE 68108
(531) 299-1160
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
810 Pine Street
Omaha, NE 68108
(531) 299-2980
Omaha, NE 68108
(531) 299-2980
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68108, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68108, NE include Bancroft Elementary School and Castelar Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68108?
3 public schools are located in 68108.
What percentage of students in 68108 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 68108 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68108?
68108 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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