Serving 34 students in grades 6-8, Cody-kilgore Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cody-kilgore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cody-kilgore Middle School's student population of 34 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Cody-kilgore 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 Cody-kilgore Middle School is 0.47, 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
#394 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
18%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
9%
7%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
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 Cody-kilgore Middle School's ranking?
Cody-kilgore Middle School is ranked #394 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?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cody-kilgore Middle School?
34 students attend Cody-kilgore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cody-kilgore Middle School students are White, 18% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cody-kilgore Middle School?
Cody-kilgore Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cody-kilgore Middle School offer ?
Cody-kilgore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cody-kilgore Middle School part of?
Cody-kilgore Middle School is part of Cody-Kilgore School District.
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