Serving 719 students in grades 6-8, Pound Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pound Middle School's student population of 719 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Pound Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pound Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
69%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pound Middle School's ranking?
Pound Middle School is ranked #264 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Pound Middle School often compared to?
Pound Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Middle School, Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Pound Middle School?
719 students attend Pound Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pound Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pound Middle School?
Pound Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pound Middle School offer ?
Pound Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pound Middle School part of?
Pound Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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