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Beatrice Middle School

215 N 5th St
Beatrice, NE 68310
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Beatrice Middle School ranks in the top 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 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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%
  • : Top 50% in NE
  • : 72% (Top 30%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

School Rankings

Beatrice Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 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.
This School
State Level (NE)
#413 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
72%
58%
43%
47%
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
0.30
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 #413 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 72% (Top 30%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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