Sidney High School is the only high school in the city of Sidney, Nebraska, United States. The total enrollment as of February 2009 was 386. A new $17 million building was under construction during the 2008-2009 school year and was completed shortly after school started in August 2009.
Serving 152 students in grades 7-8, Sidney Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sidney Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sidney, NE, covering approximately 287.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sidney Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sidney Middle School's student population of 152 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Motto
Developing Confident and Powerful Learners.
School Rankings
Sidney Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sidney Middle School is 0.31, 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
#231 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sidney Middle School's ranking?
Sidney Middle School is ranked #231 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sidney Middle School?
152 students attend Sidney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sidney Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sidney Middle School?
Sidney Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sidney Middle School offer ?
Sidney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sidney Middle School part of?
Sidney Middle School is part of Sidney School District.
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