Serving 495 students in grades 6-8, Crete 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 47% (which is higher 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 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crete Middle School's student population of 495 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Crete 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 Crete Middle School is 0.52, 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
#588 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
61%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
33%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Crete Middle School's ranking?
Crete Middle School is ranked #588 out of 902 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?
47% 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 Crete Middle School?
495 students attend Crete Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Crete Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crete Middle School?
Crete Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crete Middle School offer ?
Crete Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crete Middle School part of?
Crete Middle School is part of Crete School District.
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