Serving 769 students in grades 6-8, Monroe 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 8% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Monroe Middle School's student population of 769 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monroe 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 Monroe Middle School is 0.75, 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
#889 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
3%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
40%
7%
White
16%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Middle School's ranking?
Monroe Middle School is ranked #889 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Monroe Middle School?
769 students attend Monroe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Monroe Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe Middle School?
Monroe Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Monroe Middle School offer ?
Monroe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Monroe Middle School part of?
Monroe Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Monroe Middle School located?
Monroe Middle School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
School Reviews
1 8/13/2020
This is the 8th to the last worst school in Nebraska!!!
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