Serving 843 students in grades 6-8, Park 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 47% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Middle School serves the west part of Lincoln, NE, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles. The typical drive from various locations within the attendance zone to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Middle School's student population of 843 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
12 acres
School Rankings
Park 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 Park Middle School is 0.74, 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
#729 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
blue and yellow
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Middle School's ranking?
Park Middle School is ranked #729 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Park Middle School often compared to?
Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Park Middle School?
843 students attend Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Park Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 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 Park Middle School?
Park Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park Middle School offer ?
Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Middle School part of?
Park Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Park Middle School located?
Park Middle School is located in the South Salt Creek neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is very diverse. You can meet kids from places you never even knew existed. The saying, You learn something new every day really applies to Park. The teachers here are very nice and fun, no student really fears any teachers. The students here make it easy for you to fit in. You would not be able to go whole 30 minutes here without someone making you smile. Students here always make sure no one is seen sulking or sad. Everyone here will make sure you have your best time here. I have made many friends here, I have learned about 13 new languages, about 3 new countries. And hearing about others'' backgrounds made me both curious about other places, and grateful for what I already have.
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