For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 2,979 students in 68801, NE.
The top-ranked public preschools in 68801, NE are Stolley Park Elementary School, Knickrehm Elementary School and Starr Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 68801 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Nebraska public pre school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 68801, NE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public preschool average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68801, NE Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stolley Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 W Stolley Park Rd
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5913
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5913
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Knickrehm Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2013 N Oak St
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5927
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5927
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Starr Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 S Adams St
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5882
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5882
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Wasmer Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
318 S Clark St
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5920
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5920
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1314 W 7th St
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5922
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5922
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
805 Beal St
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5924
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5924
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Dodge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
641 S Oak St
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5889
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5889
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
502 W 9th St
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5916
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 385-5916
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
750 Lockwood Road
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 384-2042
Grand Island, NE 68801
(308) 384-2042
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 68801, NE?
The top-ranked public preschools in 68801, NE include Stolley Park Elementary School, Knickrehm Elementary School and Starr Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 68801?
9 public preschools are located in 68801.
What is the racial composition of students in 68801?
68801 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public preschools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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