For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,362 students in 68105, NE (there are , serving 286 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 68105, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 68105, NE are Jefferson Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School and Field Club Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68105 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68105, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68105, NE Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4065 Vinton St
Omaha, NE 68105
(531) 299-1640
Omaha, NE 68105
(531) 299-1640
Gr: PK-6 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
620 S 31st St
Omaha, NE 68105
(531) 299-1620
Omaha, NE 68105
(531) 299-1620
Gr: PK-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Field Club Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3512 Walnut St
Omaha, NE 68105
(531) 299-1380
Omaha, NE 68105
(531) 299-1380
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Douglas County Youth Center
Alternative School
1301 S 41st Street
Omaha, NE 68105
(402) 444-4767
Omaha, NE 68105
(402) 444-4767
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
J P Lord Program
Special Education School
4444 Marinda St
Omaha, NE 68105
(531) 299-1760
Omaha, NE 68105
(531) 299-1760
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 68105, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in 68105, NE include Jefferson Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School and Field Club Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 68105?
5 public schools are located in 68105.
What percentage of students in 68105 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 68105 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68105?
68105 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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