Omaha Public Schools operates 30 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Omaha Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 23,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 30 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↓ 31% below avg |
| District Type | Suburban | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 1/10 — Poor | — | Above average |
- PICOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 369 students
- PRAIRIE WIND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 644 students
- ASHLAND PARK/ROBBINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 708 students
- OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED — Grades PK–PK · 17 students
- SKINNER MAGNET CENTER — Grades PK–5 · 433 students
- FULLERTON MAGNET CENTER — Grades PK–5 · 550 students
- CASTELAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 574 students
- DRUID HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 294 students
- LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 643 students
- ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 270 students
- BEALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 292 students
- BELLE RYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 278 students
- BELVEDERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 364 students
- BENSON HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1488 students
- BENSON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 268 students
- BEVERIDGE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 740 students
- BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 547 students
- BRYAN MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 682 students
- BRYAN HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1474 students
- BURKE HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1693 students
- CATLIN MAGNET CENTER — Grades PK–5 · 110 students
- CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2587 students
- CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 280 students
- CHANDLER VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 368 students
- COLUMBIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 249 students
- PARRISH PROGRAM — Grades 7–12 · 0 students
- CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 325 students
- CRESTRIDGE MAGNET CENTER — Grades PK–5 · 406 students
- DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 479 students
- DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 468 students
- BEADLE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,011 students
- KIEWIT MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 967 students
- HARRY ANDERSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 898 students
- MILLARD NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 820 students
- MILLARD CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 811 students
- RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 760 students
- MILLARD NORTH HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,572 students
- MILLARD SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,526 students
- MILLARD WEST HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,344 students
About Omaha Public Schools
Omaha Public Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 68116 in Omaha, Nebraska. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 68116. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Omaha Public Schools runs approximately $13,000 annually, placing it near the Nebraska state average of approximately $13,000 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Omaha Public Schools is a major metropolitan district with 111 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 51,754 students in total. Major metropolitan districts operate dozens to hundreds of schools across wide geographic areas. They often include magnet schools, gifted programs, dual-language academies, and career and technical education pathways not available in smaller systems. Within-district quality variation is significant: a school two miles from your address might be rated very differently from your assigned school.
Understanding the 1/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Omaha Public Schools 1 out of 10 — low-rated among Nebraska public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection. We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Nebraska is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Omaha Public Schools holds a low overall rating, with reading and math proficiency among the lowest in Nebraska on state assessments. Test results reflect many factors beyond the classroom, including community and economic conditions; a low score is a signal to research carefully, not a verdict on any individual school or teacher. Families in this area should research all available alternatives: inter-district transfers, charter schools, and magnet programs. Contact the district directly to understand exactly what programs are available at your assigned school.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 68116
Children in zip code 68116 are assigned to Omaha Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 68116, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Omaha Public Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Nebraska districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Omaha
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Omaha Public Schools serves zip code 68116, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 68116. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Nebraska, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Omaha Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 68116.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Omaha Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 68116 data.