Serving 286 students in grades 4-8, Middle School At Syracuse ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Middle School at Syracuse covers the entire school district in Syracuse, NE, encompassing approximately 253.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School At Syracuse ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Middle School At Syracuse's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Middle School At Syracuse 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 Middle School At Syracuse is 0.15, 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
#99 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School At Syracuse's ranking?
Middle School At Syracuse is ranked #99 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Middle School At Syracuse?
286 students attend Middle School At Syracuse.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Middle School At Syracuse students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School At Syracuse?
Middle School At Syracuse has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Middle School At Syracuse offer ?
Middle School At Syracuse offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School At Syracuse part of?
Middle School At Syracuse is part of Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca Schools.
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