Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Mc Millan Magnet 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 11% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School's student population of 751 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mc Millan Magnet 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 Mc Millan Magnet Middle School is 0.72, 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
#879 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
44%
7%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mc Millan Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School is ranked #879 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Mc Millan Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Mc Millan Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beveridge Magnet Middle School, King Science/tech Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mc Millan Magnet Middle School?
751 students attend Mc Millan Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mc Millan Magnet Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mc Millan Magnet Middle School?
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mc Millan Magnet Middle School offer ?
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mc Millan Magnet Middle School part of?
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Mc Millan Magnet Middle School located?
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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