Serving 104 students in grades 6-8, Johnson Co 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 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnson Co Central Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cook, NE, encompassing approximately 284.6 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 21.9 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Co Central Middle School's student population of 104 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Johnson Co 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 Johnson Co Central Middle School is 0.44, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
20%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Co Central Middle School's ranking?
Johnson Co 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 Johnson Co Central Middle School?
104 students attend Johnson Co Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Johnson Co Central Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Co Central Middle School?
Johnson Co Central Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Johnson Co Central Middle School offer ?
Johnson Co Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Co Central Middle School part of?
Johnson Co Central Middle School is part of Johnson Co Central School District.
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