Serving 410 students in grades 6-8, Bennington Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bennington Middle School's student population of 410 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bennington Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennington Middle School is 0.27, which is less 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
#137 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
5%
7%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennington Middle School's ranking?
Bennington Middle School is ranked #137 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Bennington Middle School often compared to?
Bennington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millard North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bennington Middle School?
410 students attend Bennington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bennington Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennington Middle School?
Bennington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bennington Middle School offer ?
Bennington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bennington Middle School part of?
Bennington Middle School is part of Bennington School District.
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