Serving 533 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 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 533 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Adams 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 Adams Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#637 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
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
20%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
73%
62%
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
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Middle School's ranking?
Adams Middle School is ranked #637 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Adams Middle School often compared to?
Adams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hershey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
533 students attend Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Adams Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 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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