Serving 825 students in grades 6-8, Millard Central 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 34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Millard Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Millard Central Middle School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Millard Central 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 Millard Central Middle School is 0.54, 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
#689 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
6%
7%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millard Central Middle School's ranking?
Millard Central Middle School is ranked #689 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Millard Central Middle School often compared to?
Millard Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry Andersen Middle School, Westside Middle School, Russell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Millard Central Middle School?
825 students attend Millard Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Millard Central Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Millard Central Middle School?
Millard Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Millard Central Middle School offer ?
Millard Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Millard Central Middle School part of?
Millard Central Middle School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Millard Central Middle School located?
Millard Central Middle School is located in the Old Millard East neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Millard East.
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