Serving 144 students in grades 6-8, Wilber-clatonia 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilber-clatonia Middle School's student population of 144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilber-clatonia 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 Wilber-clatonia Middle School is 0.33, 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
#700 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilber-clatonia Middle School's ranking?
Wilber-clatonia Middle School is ranked #700 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wilber-clatonia Middle School?
144 students attend Wilber-clatonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wilber-clatonia Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilber-clatonia Middle School?
Wilber-clatonia Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilber-clatonia Middle School offer ?
Wilber-clatonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wilber-clatonia Middle School part of?
Wilber-clatonia Middle School is part of Wilber-Clatonia School District.
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