Moore Middle School

8700 Yankee Woods Drive
Lincoln, NE 68526
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 759 students in grades 6-8, Moore Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 85% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 759 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 5% in NE
  • : 85% (Top 5%)
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Moore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

School Overview

Moore Middle School's student population of 759 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

School Rankings

Moore Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moore Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NE)
#43 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
85%
58%
71%
47%
87%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
84%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moore Middle School's ranking?
Moore Middle School is ranked #43 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Moore Middle School often compared to?
Moore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lux Middle School, Irving Middle School, Culler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Moore Middle School?
759 students attend Moore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Moore Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore Middle School?
Moore Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Moore Middle School offer ?
Moore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moore Middle School part of?
Moore Middle School is part of Lincoln Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 759 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85% (Top 5%)
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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