Serving 263 students in grades 6, Madison 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 56% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Middle School serves the northwest part of North Platte, NE, covering an area of approximately 16.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison Middle School's student population of 263 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison 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 Madison Middle School is 0.43, 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
#660 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
73%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Middle School's ranking?
Madison Middle School is ranked #660 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Madison Middle School often compared to?
Madison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutherland Elementary School, Maxwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Madison Middle School?
263 students attend Madison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Madison Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Middle School?
Madison Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Madison Middle School offer ?
Madison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Middle School part of?
Madison Middle School is part of North Platte School District.
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