Serving 712 students in grades 6-8, Morton Magnet 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 15% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morton Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morton Magnet Middle School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Morton Magnet 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 Morton Magnet Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#866 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
38%
7%
White
23%
62%
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
59%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Morton Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Morton Magnet Middle School is ranked #866 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Morton Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Morton Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Morton Magnet Middle School?
712 students attend Morton Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Morton Magnet Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morton Magnet Middle School?
Morton Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morton Magnet Middle School offer ?
Morton Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morton Magnet Middle School part of?
Morton Magnet Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Morton Magnet Middle School located?
Morton Magnet Middle School is located in the North Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central Omaha.
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