Serving 192 students in grades 7-8, Platteview Central Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Platteview Central Jr High School's student population of 192 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Platteview Central Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Platteview Central Jr High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platteview Central Jr High School's ranking?
Platteview Central Jr High School is ranked #289 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Platteview Central Jr High School often compared to?
Platteview Central Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue Mission Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Platteview Central Jr High School?
192 students attend Platteview Central Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Platteview Central Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Platteview Central Jr High School?
Platteview Central Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platteview Central Jr High School offer ?
Platteview Central Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Platteview Central Jr High School part of?
Platteview Central Jr High School is part of Springfield Platteview Community Schools School District.
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