For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 226 students in 68045, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 68045, NE is Oakland Craig Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 68045 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68045, NE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68045, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakland Craig Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 N Brewster Ave
Oakland, NE 68045
(402) 685-5631
Oakland, NE 68045
(402) 685-5631
Gr: PK-6 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
68045, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
309 N Davis
Oakland, NE 68045
(402) 685-5661
Oakland, NE 68045
(402) 685-5661
Gr: 7-8 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68045, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68045, NE include Oakland Craig Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68045?
1 public elementary schools are located in 68045.
What is the racial composition of students in 68045?
68045 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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