Serving 1,006 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 54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 54% (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 1,006 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,006 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Schoo Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schoo Middle School is 0.60, which is more 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
#624 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
9%
7%
White
60%
61%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 #624 out of 901 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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?
1,006 students attend Schoo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Schoo Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schoo Middle School?
Schoo Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schoo Middle School part of?
Schoo Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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