Serving 513 students in grades 7-8, Adams Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams 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 Adams Middle School is 0.43, 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
#574 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Middle School's ranking?
Adams Middle School is ranked #574 out of 901 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Adams Middle School?
513 students attend Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Adams Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Middle School?
Adams Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Adams Middle School offer ?
Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Middle School part of?
Adams Middle School is part of North Platte School District.
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