Serving 827 students in grades 6-8, South Sioux City 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 48% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Sioux City Middle School's student population of 827 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Sioux City 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 South Sioux City Middle School is 0.52, 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
#630 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
68%
21%
Black
7%
7%
White
14%
64%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Sioux City Middle School's ranking?
South Sioux City Middle School is ranked #630 out of 902 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend South Sioux City Middle School?
827 students attend South Sioux City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Sioux City Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Sioux City Middle School?
South Sioux City Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Sioux City Middle School offer ?
South Sioux City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Sioux City Middle School part of?
South Sioux City Middle School is part of So Sioux City Community Schs School District.
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