Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, Lefler Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lefler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lefler Middle School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lefler Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lefler Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#537 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
10%
7%
White
57%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lefler Middle School's ranking?
Lefler Middle School is ranked #537 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lefler Middle School often compared to?
Lefler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving Middle School, Lux Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Lefler Middle School?
568 students attend Lefler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lefler Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lefler Middle School?
Lefler Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lefler Middle School offer ?
Lefler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lefler Middle School part of?
Lefler Middle School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
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