Serving 834 students in grades 6-8, Park 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 31% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Park Middle School's student population of 834 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
Park 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 Park Middle School is 0.72, 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
#757 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
14%
7%
White
41%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Park Middle School is ranked #757 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Park Middle School often compared to?
Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Park Middle School?
834 students attend Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Park Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Middle School?
Park Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park Middle School offer ?
Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Park Middle School part of?
Park Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Park Middle School located?
Park Middle School is located in the South Salt Creek neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 3/21/2020This school is very diverse. You can meet kids from places you never even knew existed. The saying, You learn something new every day really applies to Park. The teachers here are very nice and fun, no student really fears any teachers. The students here make it easy for you to fit in. You would not be able to go whole 30 minutes here without someone making you smile. Students here always make sure no one is seen sulking or sad. Everyone here will make sure you have your best time here. I have made many friends here, I have learned about 13 new languages, about 3 new countries. And hearing about others'' backgrounds made me both curious about other places, and grateful for what I already have.Review Park Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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This school is very diverse. You can meet kids from places you never even knew existed. The saying, You learn something new every day really applies to Park. The teachers here are very nice and fun, no student really fears any teachers. The students here make it easy for you to fit in. You would not be able to go whole 30 minutes here without someone making you smile. Students here always make sure no one is seen sulking or sad. Everyone here will make sure you have your best time here. I have made many friends here, I have learned about 13 new languages, about 3 new countries. And hearing about others'' backgrounds made me both curious about other places, and grateful for what I already have.
Review Park Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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