Serving 227 students in grades 5-8, Central City Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 78% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Central City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
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Central City Middle School's student population of 227 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Central City Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central City Middle School is 0.17, 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
#324 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
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
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Central City Middle School's ranking?
Central City Middle School is ranked #324 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Central City Middle School often compared to?
Central City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Central City Middle School?
227 students attend Central City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central City Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central City Middle School?
Central City Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central City Middle School offer ?
Central City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central City Middle School part of?
Central City Middle School is part of Central City Public Schools.
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