Serving 112 students in grades 5-8, Ainsworth Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ainsworth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ainsworth Middle School's student population of 112 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Ainsworth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ainsworth 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#384 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Ainsworth Middle School's ranking?
Ainsworth Middle School is ranked #384 out of 902 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ainsworth Middle School?
112 students attend Ainsworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ainsworth Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ainsworth Middle School?
Ainsworth Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ainsworth Middle School offer ?
Ainsworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ainsworth Middle School part of?
Ainsworth Middle School is part of Ainsworth Community Schools School District.
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