Serving 158 students in grades 6-8, Ogallala 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 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 77%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ogallala Middle School's student population of 158 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ogallala Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)70-74%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)75-79%
77%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
23%
White
83%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% NE state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 77% NE state average).
How many students attend Ogallala Middle School?
158 students attend Ogallala Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ogallala Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ogallala Middle School?
Ogallala Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ogallala Middle School offer ?
Ogallala Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ogallala Middle School part of?
Ogallala Middle School is part of Ogallala School District.
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