Serving 917 students in grades 6-8, Schoo 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 46% (which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schoo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Schoo Middle School's student population of 917 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Schoo 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 Schoo Middle School is 0.62, 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
#544 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
9%
7%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schoo Middle School's ranking?
Schoo Middle School is ranked #544 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Schoo Middle School often compared to?
Schoo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Schoo Middle School?
917 students attend Schoo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Schoo Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schoo Middle School?
Schoo Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Schoo Middle School offer ?
Schoo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Schoo Middle School part of?
Schoo Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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