Serving 705 students in grades 6-8, Mickle 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 66% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 30% 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: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mickle Middle School serves the northeast part of Lincoln, NE, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mickle Middle School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mickle 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 Mickle Middle School is 0.49, 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
#410 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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
Sports
School Mascot
Missiles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mickle Middle School's ranking?
Mickle Middle School is ranked #410 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Mickle Middle School often compared to?
Mickle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Culler Middle School, Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mickle Middle School?
705 students attend Mickle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mickle Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mickle Middle School?
Mickle Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mickle Middle School offer ?
Mickle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mickle Middle School part of?
Mickle Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Mickle Middle School located?
Mickle Middle School is located in the Bethany neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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