Douglas Co West Middle School

401 S Pine St
Valley, NE 68064
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 245 students in grades 6-8, Douglas Co West 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 52% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 245 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50% in NE
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Douglas Co West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Douglas Co West Middle School's student population of 245 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

School Rankings

Douglas Co West Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Co West Middle School is 0.22, 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.
This School
State Level (NE)
#382 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
52%
46%
49%
47%
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Douglas Co West Middle School's ranking?
Douglas Co West Middle School is ranked #382 out of 902 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Douglas Co West Middle School?
245 students attend Douglas Co West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Douglas Co West Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Co West Middle School?
Douglas Co West Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Co West Middle School offer ?
Douglas Co West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Co West Middle School part of?
Douglas Co West Middle School is part of Douglas Co West Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 245 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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