Serving 45 students in grades 6-8, Hay Springs Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hay Springs Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hay Springs, NE, covering approximately 305.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 12.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 24.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hay Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hay Springs Middle School's student population of 45 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Hay Springs Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hay Springs Middle School is 0.35, 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
#65 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Hispanic
7%
23%
White
80%
61%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hay Springs Middle School's ranking?
Hay Springs Middle School is ranked #65 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Hay Springs Middle School?
45 students attend Hay Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hay Springs Middle School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hay Springs Middle School?
Hay Springs Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hay Springs Middle School offer ?
Hay Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hay Springs Middle School part of?
Hay Springs Middle School is part of Hay Springs School District.
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