Serving 165 students in grades 6-8, Broken Bow Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broken Bow Middle School's student population of 165 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Not Explicitly Provided
School Rankings
Broken Bow Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broken Bow Middle School is 0.22, 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
#464 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Explicitly Provided
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broken Bow Middle School's ranking?
Broken Bow Middle School is ranked #464 out of 901 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Broken Bow Middle School?
165 students attend Broken Bow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Broken Bow Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Broken Bow Middle School?
Broken Bow Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Broken Bow Middle School offer ?
Broken Bow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Broken Bow Middle School part of?
Broken Bow Middle School is part of Broken Bow School District.
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