Serving 803 students in grades 6-8, Lux Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: LUX Middle School serves the southeast part of Lincoln, NE, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most students live within a 2-mile average distance from the school, with a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, while the furthest edge of the zone is about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lux Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lux Middle School's student population of 803 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
803 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lux Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lux Middle School is 0.37, 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
#102 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-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 Lux Middle School's ranking?
Lux Middle School is ranked #102 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lux Middle School often compared to?
Lux Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moore Middle School, Scott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lux Middle School?
803 students attend Lux Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Lux Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lux Middle School?
Lux Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lux Middle School offer ?
Lux Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lux Middle School part of?
Lux Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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