Bennington Middle School

11201 North 168 St
Bennington, NE 68007
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 426 students in grades 6-8, Bennington 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 64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 426 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 20% in NE
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bennington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

School Overview

Bennington Middle School's student population of 426 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

School Rankings

Bennington 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 Bennington Middle School is 0.27, 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.
This School
State Level (NE)
#137 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
64%
46%
66%
47%
87%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
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 Bennington Middle School's ranking?
Bennington Middle School is ranked #137 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bennington Middle School?
426 students attend Bennington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bennington Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennington Middle School?
Bennington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bennington Middle School offer ?
Bennington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennington Middle School part of?
Bennington Middle School is part of Bennington School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 426 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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