Harry Andersen Middle School

15404 Adams St
Omaha, NE 68137
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 916 students in grades 6-8, Harry Andersen 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 43% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 916 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Bottom 50% in NE
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

School Overview

Harry Andersen Middle School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
916 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
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School Rankings

Harry Andersen 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 Harry Andersen Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NE)
#517 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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43%
46%
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49%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
9%
21%
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Black
4%
7%
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White
77%
64%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.40
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
33%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harry Andersen Middle School's ranking?
Harry Andersen Middle School is ranked #517 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Harry Andersen Middle School often compared to?
Harry Andersen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiewit Middle School, Russell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Harry Andersen Middle School?
916 students attend Harry Andersen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Harry Andersen Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry Andersen Middle School?
Harry Andersen Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harry Andersen Middle School offer ?
Harry Andersen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harry Andersen Middle School part of?
Harry Andersen Middle School is part of Millard Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Harry Andersen Middle School located?
Harry Andersen Middle School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 916 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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