Serving 310 students in grades 6-8, Mc Cook Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 73% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 15% 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: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mc Cook Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mc Cook Junior High School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Mc Cook Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mc Cook Junior High School is 0.27, 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
#193 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Mc Cook Junior High School's ranking?
Mc Cook Junior High School is ranked #193 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mc Cook Junior High School?
310 students attend Mc Cook Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mc Cook Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mc Cook Junior High School?
Mc Cook Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mc Cook Junior High School offer ?
Mc Cook Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mc Cook Junior High School part of?
Mc Cook Junior High School is part of MC Cook School District.
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