Serving 637 students in grades 6-8, Nathan Hale 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 17% (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 87% of the student body (majority Asian and 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: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School's student population of 637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Nathan Hale 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 Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School is 0.75, 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
#872 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
35%
3%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
31%
7%
White
13%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School is ranked #872 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfonza W Davis 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 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School?
637 students attend Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School students are Asian, 31% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School offer ?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School part of?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School located?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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