Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Beatrice Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beatrice Middle School's student population of 440 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Beatrice 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 Beatrice Middle School is 0.30, 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
#545 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Beatrice Middle School's ranking?
Beatrice Middle School is ranked #545 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Beatrice Middle School?
440 students attend Beatrice Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Beatrice Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Beatrice Middle School?
Beatrice Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beatrice Middle School offer ?
Beatrice Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beatrice Middle School part of?
Beatrice Middle School is part of Beatrice School District.
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