For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,391 students in 68112, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68112, NE are Ponca Elementary School, Florence Elementary School and Mc Millan Magnet Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68112 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68112, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68112, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ponca Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11300 N Post Rd
Omaha, NE 68112
(531) 299-1960
Omaha, NE 68112
(531) 299-1960
Gr: PK-5 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Florence Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7902 North 36th Street
Omaha, NE 68112
(531) 299-1400
Omaha, NE 68112
(531) 299-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3802 Redick Ave
Omaha, NE 68112
(531) 299-2440
Omaha, NE 68112
(531) 299-2440
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Minne Lusa Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2728 Ida St
Omaha, NE 68112
(531) 299-1840
Omaha, NE 68112
(531) 299-1840
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68112, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68112, NE include Ponca Elementary School, Florence Elementary School and Mc Millan Magnet Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68112?
4 public elementary schools are located in 68112.
What is the racial composition of students in 68112?
68112 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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