Serving 169 students in grades 5-8, Fillmore Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fillmore Central Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Fairmont, NE school district, encompassing approximately 253.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fillmore Central Middle School's student population of 169 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fillmore Central 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 Fillmore Central Middle School is 0.19, 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
#333 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fillmore Central Middle School's ranking?
Fillmore Central Middle School is ranked #333 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?
70-74% 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 Fillmore Central Middle School?
169 students attend Fillmore Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Fillmore Central Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fillmore Central Middle School?
Fillmore Central Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fillmore Central Middle School offer ?
Fillmore Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fillmore Central Middle School part of?
Fillmore Central Middle School is part of Fillmore Central School District.
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