Serving 719 students in grades 7-8, La Vista 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 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Vista Junior High School serves the northwest part of La Vista, NE, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 12 square miles. Families in this area typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Vista Middle School's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Vista 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 La Vista Middle School is 0.53, 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
#307 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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)21.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Vista Middle School's ranking?
La Vista Middle School is ranked #307 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are La Vista Middle School often compared to?
La Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralston Middle School, Harry Andersen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend La Vista Middle School?
719 students attend La Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of La Vista Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Vista Middle School?
La Vista Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does La Vista Middle School offer ?
La Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Vista Middle School part of?
La Vista Middle School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools.
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