Serving 738 students in grades 6-8, Moore Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Moore Middle School's student population of 738 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moore Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moore Middle School is 0.26, 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
#51 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moore Middle School's ranking?
Moore Middle School is ranked #51 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Moore Middle School often compared to?
Moore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lux Middle School, Culler Middle School, Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Moore Middle School?
738 students attend Moore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Moore Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moore Middle School?
Moore Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Moore Middle School offer ?
Moore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Moore Middle School part of?
Moore Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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