Serving 694 students in grades 6-8, Mickle 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 46% (which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mickle Middle School's student population of 694 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mickle 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 Mickle Middle School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#496 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
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 Mickle Middle School's ranking?
Mickle Middle School is ranked #496 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Mickle Middle School often compared to?
Mickle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Culler Middle School, Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mickle Middle School?
694 students attend Mickle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mickle Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mickle Middle School?
Mickle Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mickle Middle School offer ?
Mickle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mickle Middle School part of?
Mickle Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Mickle Middle School located?
Mickle Middle School is located in the Bethany neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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