For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,820 students in 68124, NE (there are 2 private schools, serving 231 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 68124, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68124, NE are Sunset Hills Elementary School, Paddock Road Elementary School and Westside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68124 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68124, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68124, NE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sunset Hills Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9503 Walnut St
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6480
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6480
Grades: PK-6
| 289 students
Rank: #22.
Paddock Road Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3535 Paddock Rd
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6465
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6465
Grades: PK-6
| 288 students
Rank: #33.
Westside Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8601 Arbor St
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6464
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6464
Grades: 7-8
| 939 students
Rank: #44.
Westgate Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7802 Hascall
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6495
Omaha, NE 68124
(402) 390-6495
Grades: PK-6
| 304 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68124, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68124, NE include Sunset Hills Elementary School, Paddock Road Elementary School and Westside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68124?
4 public schools are located in 68124.
What percentage of students in 68124 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 68124 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68124?
68124 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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