Serving 35 students in grades 6-8, Cody-kilgore 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cody-kilgore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cody-kilgore Middle School's student population of 35 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cody-kilgore 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 Cody-kilgore Middle School is 0.46, 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
#541 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
17%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
6%
7%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cody-kilgore Middle School's ranking?
Cody-kilgore Middle School is ranked #541 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cody-kilgore Middle School?
35 students attend Cody-kilgore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cody-kilgore Middle School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cody-kilgore Middle School?
Cody-kilgore Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cody-kilgore Middle School offer ?
Cody-kilgore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cody-kilgore Middle School part of?
Cody-kilgore Middle School is part of Cody-Kilgore School District.
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