Serving 849 students in grades 6-8, Goodrich Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goodrich Middle School serves the northern part of Lincoln, NE, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goodrich Middle School's student population of 849 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
849 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goodrich 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 Goodrich Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#771 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodrich Middle School's ranking?
Goodrich Middle School is ranked #771 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Goodrich Middle School often compared to?
Goodrich Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dawes Middle School, Culler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Goodrich Middle School?
849 students attend Goodrich Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Goodrich Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goodrich Middle School?
Goodrich Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Goodrich Middle School offer ?
Goodrich Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goodrich Middle School part of?
Goodrich Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Goodrich Middle School located?
Goodrich Middle School is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Lincoln, NE. There are 2 other public schools located in Belmont.
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