Serving 913 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 31% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School's student population of 913 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Alice Buffett Magnet 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 Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#729 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
24%
7%
White
45%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School is ranked #729 out of 902 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
913 students attend Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School?
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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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