Serving 305 students in grades 6-8, Mc Cook Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 73% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 14% 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: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: MC Cook Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mc Cook, NE, covering approximately 280.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mc Cook Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mc Cook Junior High School's student population of 305 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Equipping all students to succeed in a complex global society.
School Rankings
Mc Cook Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mc Cook Junior High School is 0.25, 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
#193 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Mc Cook Junior High School's ranking?
Mc Cook Junior High School is ranked #193 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mc Cook Junior High School?
305 students attend Mc Cook Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mc Cook Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mc Cook Junior High School?
Mc Cook Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mc Cook Junior High School offer ?
Mc Cook Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mc Cook Junior High School part of?
Mc Cook Junior High School is part of MC Cook School District.
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