Home > Nebraska > Douglas County

Morton Magnet Middle School

4606 Terrace Dr
Omaha, NE 68134

(School attendance zone shown in map)

View full size Get directions

Rating

Bottom 50%

Tel: (402) 557-4700

schools.gccisd.net

SAVE SCHOOL

Morton Magnet Middle School serves 733 students in grades 6-8.

Morton Magnet Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.

The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.

The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.

Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2023)

Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 733 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 68%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in NE
Math Proficiency
: 22% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 26% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Morton Magnet Middle School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.

The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.

Grades Offered

Grades 6-8

Total Students

733 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers

54 teachers

This chart display the total teachers of Morton Magnet Middle School by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Students by Grade

This chart display the students of Morton Magnet Middle School by grade.

School Rankings

Morton Magnet Middle School is ranked within the bottom 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 Morton Magnet Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.

Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data

This School

State Level (NE)

Overall Testing Rank

#833 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)

This chart display the overall school rank of Morton Magnet Middle School, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)

22%

46%

This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Morton Magnet Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)

26%

48%

This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Morton Magnet Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Student : Teacher Ratio

14:1

12:1

This chart display the student teacher ratio of Morton Magnet Middle School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

American Indian

Asian

Hispanic

13%

20%

This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Morton Magnet Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Black

37%

White

32%

65%

This chart display the percentage of White students in Morton Magnet Middle School and the percentage of White public school students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Hawaiian

n/a

Two or more races

All Ethnic Groups

Diversity Score

0.74

0.54

This chart display the diversity score of Morton Magnet Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)

Yes

Eligible for Free Lunch

68%

39%

This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Morton Magnet Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Eligible for Reduced Lunch

School Statewide Testing

View Education Department Test Scores

School District Name

Omaha Public Schools School District

Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morton Magnet Middle School's ranking?

Morton Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for: Most diverse schools (Top 5%) and Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 20%).

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?

22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).

How many students attend Morton Magnet Middle School?

733 students attend Morton Magnet Middle School.

What is the racial composition of the student body?

37% of Morton Magnet Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.

What is the student:teacher ratio of Morton Magnet Middle School?

Morton Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.

What grades does Morton Magnet Middle School offer ?

Morton Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8

What school district is Morton Magnet Middle School part of?

Morton Magnet Middle School is part of Omaha Public Schools School District.

School Reviews

Review Morton Magnet Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities

Recent Articles

February 23, 2023

Why Every High School Student Should Apply for Financial Aid

Each year, millions of students neglect to fill out the FAFSA and, in doing so, miss out on the chance to receive federal student aid. Keep reading to learn why every high school student should apply for financial aid, whether or not they qualify and regardless of their intention to use it.

February 23, 2023

New York Schools: More Financial Aid For Undocumented Students?

A new bill has been placed before New York state lawmakers by the Board of Regents, allowing undocumented students to receive financial aid for postsecondary education.

February 23, 2023

Going Through a Divorce? How to Ensure Your Child's Continued Success in Public Schools

Divorce can be a traumatic experience for children, but by working closely with your children's teachers, you can help maintain their grades and positive behavior at school.

Quick Stats (2023)

Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 733 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 68%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 22% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 26% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education