For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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