Plattsmouth Middle School serves 414 students in grades 5-8.
Plattsmouth 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 38% (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 45% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plattsmouth Middle School's student population of 414 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plattsmouth 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 Plattsmouth Middle School is 0.22, which is less 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
#593 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plattsmouth Middle School's ranking?
Plattsmouth Middle School is ranked #593 out of 902 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Plattsmouth Middle School?
414 students attend Plattsmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Plattsmouth Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plattsmouth Middle School?
Plattsmouth Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plattsmouth Middle School offer ?
Plattsmouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Plattsmouth Middle School part of?
Plattsmouth Middle School is part of Plattsmouth Community Schools School District.
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