Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, Lefler 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 54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lefler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lefler Middle School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Lefler Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lefler Middle School is 0.66, 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
#644 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
10%
7%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Lefler Middle School's ranking?
Lefler Middle School is ranked #644 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lefler Middle School often compared to?
Lefler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving Middle School, Lux Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lefler Middle School?
611 students attend Lefler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lefler Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lefler Middle School?
Lefler Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lefler Middle School offer ?
Lefler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lefler Middle School part of?
Lefler Middle School is part of Lincoln 51爆料s.
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