Serving 146 students in grades 5-8, Boone Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Boone Central Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Albion, NE, covering approximately 416.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 21.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boone Central Middle School's student population of 146 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
#TheCardinalWay
School Rankings
Boone Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boone Central Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boone Central Middle School's ranking?
Boone Central Middle School is ranked #278 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Boone Central Middle School?
146 students attend Boone Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Boone Central Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boone Central Middle School?
Boone Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boone Central Middle School offer ?
Boone Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boone Central Middle School part of?
Boone Central Middle School is part of Boone Central Schools.
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