Serving 877 students in grades 6-8, Goodrich Middle School 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 is 33% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodrich Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Goodrich Middle School's student population of 877 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
877 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goodrich 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 Goodrich Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#746 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
12%
7%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodrich Middle School's ranking?
Goodrich Middle School is ranked #746 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Goodrich Middle School often compared to?
Goodrich Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dawes Middle School, Culler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Goodrich Middle School?
877 students attend Goodrich Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Goodrich Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goodrich Middle School?
Goodrich Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Goodrich Middle School offer ?
Goodrich Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Goodrich Middle School part of?
Goodrich Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Goodrich Middle School located?
Goodrich Middle School is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Lincoln, NE. There are 2 other public schools located in Belmont.
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