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%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 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
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#850 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
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
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