Serving 307 students in grades 6-8, York Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
York Middle School's student population of 307 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
York 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 York Middle School is 0.37, 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
#278 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is York Middle School's ranking?
York Middle School is ranked #278 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?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend York Middle School?
307 students attend York Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of York Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Middle School?
York Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does York Middle School offer ?
York Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is York Middle School part of?
York Middle School is part of York School District.
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