Serving 11 students in grades 5-8, Boyd County Middle School (Lynch) 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 was <50% (which was lower than the Nebraska state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Nebraska state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
18%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NE state average).
How many students attend Boyd County Middle School (Lynch)?
11 students attend Boyd County Middle School (Lynch).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Boyd County Middle School (Lynch) students are White, and 18% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boyd County Middle School (Lynch)?
Boyd County Middle School (Lynch) has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boyd County Middle School (Lynch) offer ?
Boyd County Middle School (Lynch) offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Boyd County Middle School (Lynch) part of?
Boyd County Middle School (Lynch) is part of Boyd County Schools School District.
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
