Serving 426 students in grades 5-8, Seward Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seward Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Seward Middle School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Seward Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seward Middle School is 0.15, 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
#99 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Seward Middle School's ranking?
Seward Middle School is ranked #99 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Seward Middle School?
426 students attend Seward Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Seward Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seward Middle School?
Seward Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seward Middle School offer ?
Seward Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seward Middle School part of?
Seward Middle School is part of Seward School District.
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