Serving 703 students in grades 6-8, Culler Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Culler Middle School's student population of 703 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Culler Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Culler Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#837 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
16%
7%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culler Middle School's ranking?
Culler Middle School is ranked #837 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Culler Middle School often compared to?
Culler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodrich Middle School, Dawes Middle School, Moore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Culler Middle School?
703 students attend Culler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Culler Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Culler Middle School?
Culler Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Culler Middle School offer ?
Culler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Culler Middle School part of?
Culler Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Culler Middle School located?
Culler Middle School is located in the Culler neighborhood of Lincoln, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Culler.
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