Serving 744 students in grades 6-8, Morton Magnet Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morton Magnet Middle School serves the west part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest point of the attendance zone being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morton Magnet Middle School's student population of 744 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
744 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Morton Magnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morton Magnet Middle School is 0.77, which is more 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
#864 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)52.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 is ranked #864 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Morton Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Morton Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Morton Magnet Middle School?
744 students attend Morton Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Morton Magnet Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 18:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morton Magnet Middle School part of?
Morton Magnet Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Morton Magnet Middle School located?
Morton Magnet Middle School is located in the North Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central Omaha.
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