Serving 1,136 students in grades 6-8, Scott Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 1,136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott 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
Scott Middle School's student population of 1,136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scott Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott 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
#106 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Middle School's ranking?
Scott Middle School is ranked #106 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Scott Middle School often compared to?
Scott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pound Middle School, Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Scott Middle School?
1,136 students attend Scott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Scott Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott Middle School?
Scott Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scott Middle School offer ?
Scott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Scott Middle School part of?
Scott Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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