Mickle Middle School serves 734 students in grades 6-8.
Mickle Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mickle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mickle Middle School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
734 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mickle Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Mickle Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
10%
20%

Black
3%
7%

White
75%
65%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #315 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Mickle Middle School?
734 students attend Mickle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mickle Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
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
What school district is Mickle Middle School part of?
Mickle Middle School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
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