Serving 805 students in grades 6-8, Bluffs 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 43% (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 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluffs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bluffs Middle School's student population of 805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Bluffs 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 Bluffs Middle School is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
51%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Bluffs Middle School's ranking?
Bluffs Middle School is ranked #629 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Bluffs Middle School often compared to?
Bluffs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gering Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Bluffs Middle School?
805 students attend Bluffs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bluffs Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluffs Middle School?
Bluffs Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bluffs Middle School offer ?
Bluffs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluffs Middle School part of?
Bluffs Middle School is part of Scottsbluff School District.
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