Serving 51 students in grades 5-8, Bruning-davenport Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruning-davenport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bruning-davenport Middle School's student population of 51 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bruning-davenport Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruning-davenport Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
23%
White
94%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruning-davenport Middle School's ranking?
Bruning-davenport Middle School is ranked #358 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bruning-davenport Middle School?
51 students attend Bruning-davenport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bruning-davenport Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruning-davenport Middle School?
Bruning-davenport Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bruning-davenport Middle School offer ?
Bruning-davenport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruning-davenport Middle School part of?
Bruning-davenport Middle School is part of Bruning-Davenport Unified Sys School District.
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