Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, Aspen Creek Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspen Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Aspen Creek Middle School's student population of 757 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aspen Creek Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspen Creek Middle School is 0.22, 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
#122 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspen Creek Middle School's ranking?
Aspen Creek Middle School is ranked #122 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Aspen Creek Middle School?
757 students attend Aspen Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Aspen Creek Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspen Creek Middle School?
Aspen Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Aspen Creek Middle School offer ?
Aspen Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aspen Creek Middle School part of?
Aspen Creek Middle School is part of Gretna Public Schools School District.
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