Serving 74 students in grades 5-8, Cambridge 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 74 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Cambridge Middle School's student population of 74 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cambridge 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 Cambridge Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#527 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Middle School's ranking?
Cambridge Middle School is ranked #527 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Cambridge Middle School?
74 students attend Cambridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Cambridge Middle School students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridge Middle School?
Cambridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cambridge Middle School offer ?
Cambridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Cambridge Middle School part of?
Cambridge Middle School is part of Cambridge School District.
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