Serving 101 students in grades 6-8, Gordon-rushville 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon-rushville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gordon-rushville Middle School's student population of 101 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gordon-rushville 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 Gordon-rushville Middle School is 0.61, 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
#631 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon-rushville Middle School's ranking?
Gordon-rushville Middle School is ranked #631 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Gordon-rushville Middle School?
101 students attend Gordon-rushville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Gordon-rushville Middle School students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon-rushville Middle School?
Gordon-rushville Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gordon-rushville Middle School offer ?
Gordon-rushville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gordon-rushville Middle School part of?
Gordon-rushville Middle School is part of Gordon-Rushville School District.
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