For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 2,785 students in 68144, NE.
The top ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 68144 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68144, NE have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68144, NE Public Preschools (2025)
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.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 68144, NE?
The top ranked public preschools in 68144, NE include Prairie Lane Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Willa Cather Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68144?
9 public preschools are located in 68144.
What is the racial composition of students in 68144?
68144 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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