Nebraska City Middle School

909 1st Corso
Nebraska City, NE 68410
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 326 students in grades 6-8, Nebraska City 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 18% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 24% 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: 326 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Bottom 50% in NE
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

School Overview

Nebraska City Middle School's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
326 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Rankings

Nebraska City 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 Nebraska City Middle School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (NE)
#850 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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18%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Nebraska City Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
23%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nebraska City Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
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American Indian
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1%
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
21%
21%
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Black
1%
7%
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White
76%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Nebraska.
0.38
This chart displays the diversity score of Nebraska City Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Nebraska City Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nebraska City Middle School's ranking?
Nebraska City Middle School is ranked #850 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Nebraska City Middle School?
326 students attend Nebraska City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Nebraska City Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nebraska City Middle School?
Nebraska City Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nebraska City Middle School offer ?
Nebraska City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nebraska City Middle School part of?
Nebraska City Middle School is part of Nebraska City School District.

School Reviews

3   12/16/2020
Great Quality of learning. Teachers are there to help and guide you through the grades furthering you education. Despite the statistics this school is the best i could ask for. Go Pioneers!
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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 326 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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