Serving 1,096 students in grades 5-8, Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool 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 37% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,096 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool's student population of 1,096 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1,096 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool 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 MiddleSchool is 0.67, which is more 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
#597 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
21%
7%
White
51%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
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 MiddleSchool's ranking?
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool is ranked #597 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool often compared to?
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchoolis 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool?
1,096 students attend Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool?
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool offer ?
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool part of?
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool is part of Omaha Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool located?
Alice Buffett Magnet MiddleSchool is located in the Northwest Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Omaha.
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