Serving 227 students in grades 5-8, Central City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than 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 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central City Middle School's student population of 227 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central City 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 Central City Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#475 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central City Middle School's ranking?
Central City Middle School is ranked #475 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Central City Middle School?
227 students attend Central City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central City Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central City Middle School?
Central City Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central City Middle School offer ?
Central City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Central City Middle School part of?
Central City Middle School is part of Central City School District.
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