For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,899 students in 68028, NE.
The top-ranked public preschools in 68028, NE are Reeder Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School and Aspen Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68028 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68028, NE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68028, NE Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reeder Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
19202 Chandler St
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 715-6420
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 715-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Palisades Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16820 Chutney Dr
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 895-2194
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 895-2194
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Aspen Creek Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10325 South 188th Street
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5617
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5617
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Harvest Hills Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19125 Fir Street
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5957
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5957
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Falling Waters Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5909 S 200th Ave
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3938
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3938
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Gretna Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 South St
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3341
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-3341
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #77.
Whitetail Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19110 Greenleaf Street
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 895-3388
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 895-3388
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #88.
Squire John Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11221 Northridge Drive
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5578
Gretna, NE 68028
(402) 332-5578
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68028, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68028, NE include Reeder Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School and Aspen Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68028?
8 public preschools are located in 68028.
What is the racial composition of students in 68028?
68028 public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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