Serving 721 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 22% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morton Magnet Middle School's student population of 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morton Magnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morton Magnet Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#833 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
38%
7%
White
30%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
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 #833 out of 902 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 MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
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?
721 students attend Morton Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Morton Magnet Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% 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.
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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