Cozad High School is a secondary school located in Cozad, Nebraska, United States. It is part of Cozad Community Schools.
Serving 216 students in grades 6-8, Cozad Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cozad Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cozad school district, covering approximately 241.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point within the zone ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 19.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cozad Middle School's student population of 216 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cozad Creates Success--#HaymakerWay
School Rankings
Cozad Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cozad Middle School is 0.42, 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
#586 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
23%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cozad Creates Success--#HaymakerWay
School Mascot
Haymaker
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cozad Middle School's ranking?
Cozad Middle School is ranked #586 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cozad Middle School?
216 students attend Cozad Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cozad Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cozad Middle School?
Cozad Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cozad Middle School offer ?
Cozad Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cozad Middle School part of?
Cozad Middle School is part of Cozad Community Schools.
School Reviews
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