Serving 291 students in grades 5-8, Chadron Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chadron Middle School's student population of 291 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chadron Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chadron Middle School is 0.42, 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
#319 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
75%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
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 Chadron Middle School's ranking?
Chadron Middle School is ranked #319 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Chadron Middle School?
291 students attend Chadron Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chadron Middle School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chadron Middle School?
Chadron Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chadron Middle School offer ?
Chadron Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Chadron Middle School part of?
Chadron Middle School is part of Chadron School District.
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