Serving 386 students in grades 5-8, Plattsmouth Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plattsmouth Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Plattsmouth school district, covering approximately 61.3 square miles. The zone generally allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plattsmouth Middle School's student population of 386 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plattsmouth 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 Plattsmouth Middle School is 0.30, 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
#472 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Plattsmouth Middle School's ranking?
Plattsmouth Middle School is ranked #472 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Plattsmouth Middle School often compared to?
Plattsmouth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisville Elementary School, Conestoga Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Plattsmouth Middle School?
386 students attend Plattsmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Plattsmouth Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plattsmouth Middle School part of?
Plattsmouth Middle School is part of Plattsmouth Community Schools.
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