Serving 952 students in grades 6-8, Alice Buffett Magnet 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 49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School serves the west part of Omaha, NE, covering an attendance area of approximately 7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 1.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School's student population of 952 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
952 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#706 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
23%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
47%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School is ranked #706 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfonza W Davis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School?
952 students attend Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School?
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School offer ?
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School part of?
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School located?
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School is located in the Northwest Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Omaha.
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