Serving 1,086 students in grades 6-8, R M Marrs 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 18% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R M Marrs Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
R M Marrs Magnet Middle School's student population of 1,086 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,086 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
R M Marrs 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 R M Marrs Magnet Middle School is 0.22, 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
#858 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
88%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
6%
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
95%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R M Marrs Magnet Middle School's ranking?
R M Marrs Magnet Middle School is ranked #858 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are R M Marrs Magnet Middle School often compared to?
R M Marrs Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend R M Marrs Magnet Middle School?
1,086 students attend R M Marrs Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of R M Marrs Magnet Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of R M Marrs Magnet Middle School?
R M Marrs Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does R M Marrs Magnet Middle School offer ?
R M Marrs Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is R M Marrs Magnet Middle School part of?
R M Marrs Magnet Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is R M Marrs Magnet Middle School located?
R M Marrs Magnet Middle School is located in the Brown Park neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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