For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,342 students in 68144, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68144, NE are Prairie Lane Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Willa Cather Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68144 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68144, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68144, NE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Lane Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11444 Hascall
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6470
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6470
Gr: PK-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3534 S 108th St
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6460
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6460
Gr: PK-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Willa Cather Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3030 S 139th Plaza
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1315
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1315
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Harvey Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15228 Shirley St
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1386
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1386
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Rockbrook Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2514 S 108th St
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6475
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 390-6475
Gr: PK-6 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Montclair Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2405 S 138th
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1295
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1295
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Millard North Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2828 S 139th Plaza
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1280
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1280
Gr: 6-8 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #88.
Cody Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3320 S 127th St
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1320
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 715-1320
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #99.
Oak Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3109 Pedersen Dr
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-1880
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-1880
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1010.
Catlin Magnet Center
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12736 Marinda St
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-1180
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-1180
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #1111.
Beveridge Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1616 S 120th St
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-2280
Omaha, NE 68144
(531) 299-2280
Gr: 6-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 68144, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 68144, NE include Prairie Lane Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Willa Cather Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68144?
11 public elementary schools are located in 68144.
What is the racial composition of students in 68144?
68144 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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