Serving 74 students in grades 5-8, Cambridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cambridge Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cambridge, NE, covering approximately 254.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 20.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cambridge Middle School's student population of 74 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Cambridge 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 Cambridge Middle School is 0.08, 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
#450 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Middle School's ranking?
Cambridge Middle School is ranked #450 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Middle School?
74 students attend Cambridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cambridge Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cambridge Middle School?
Cambridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cambridge Middle School offer ?
Cambridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambridge Middle School part of?
Cambridge Middle School is part of Cambridge School District.
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