Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, Nebraska City 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 42% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nebraska City Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Nebraska City, NE, encompassing approximately 184.6 square miles. Families typically face a 15-20 minute drive to school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nebraska City Middle School's student population of 271 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Nebraska City 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 Nebraska City Middle School is 0.42, 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
#825 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Nebraska City Middle School's ranking?
Nebraska City Middle School is ranked #825 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Nebraska City Middle School?
271 students attend Nebraska City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Nebraska City Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nebraska City Middle School?
Nebraska City Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nebraska City Middle School offer ?
Nebraska City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nebraska City Middle School part of?
Nebraska City Middle School is part of Nebraska City School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
Great Quality of learning. Teachers are there to help and guide you through the grades furthering you education. Despite the statistics this school is the best i could ask for. Go Pioneers!
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