For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,407 students in 68116, NE.
The top-ranked public preschools in 68116, NE are Manchester Elementary School, Sagewood Elementary School and Standing Bear Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68116 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68116, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68116, NE Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2750 N Hws Cleveland Blvd
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-2590
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-2590
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Sagewood Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4910 N 177th St
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-9078
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 289-9078
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Standing Bear Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15860 Taylor Street
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2140
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2140
Gr: PK-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Saddlebrook Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14850 Laurel Ave
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2020
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-2020
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Picotte Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14506 Ohio St
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-1920
Omaha, NE 68116
(531) 299-1920
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68116, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68116, NE include Manchester Elementary School, Sagewood Elementary School and Standing Bear Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68116?
5 public preschools are located in 68116.
What is the racial composition of students in 68116?
68116 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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