For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,924 students in 68116, NE (there are 5 private schools, serving 944 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 68116, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68116, NE are Manchester Elementary School, Elkhorn Grandview Middle School and Sagewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68116 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68116, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68116, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2750 N Hws Cleveland Blvd
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-2590
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-2590
Grades: PK-5
| 493 students
Rank: #22.
Elkhorn Grandview Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17801 Grand Avenue
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-9399
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-9399
Grades: 6-8
| 514 students
Rank: #33.
Sagewood Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4910 N 177th St
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-9078
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-9078
Grades: PK-5
| 442 students
Rank: #44.
Elkhorn North High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17800 George Miller Parkway
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-0322
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-0322
Grades: 9-12
| 1,003 students
Rank: #55.
Standing Bear Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15860 Taylor Street
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2140
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2140
Grades: PK-5
| 639 students
Rank: #66.
Saddlebrook Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14850 Laurel Ave
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2020
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2020
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #77.
Picotte Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14506 Ohio St
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-1920
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-1920
Grades: PK-5
| 377 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68116, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68116, NE include Manchester Elementary School, Elkhorn Grandview Middle School and Sagewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68116?
7 public schools are located in 68116.
What percentage of students in 68116 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 68116 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68116?
68116 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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