Serving 28 students in grades 6-8, Exeter-milligan 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exeter-milligan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Exeter-milligan Middle School's student population of 28 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Exeter-milligan 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 Exeter-milligan Middle School is 0.08, 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
#555 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exeter-milligan Middle School's ranking?
Exeter-milligan Middle School is ranked #555 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Exeter-milligan Middle School?
28 students attend Exeter-milligan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Exeter-milligan Middle School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Exeter-milligan Middle School?
Exeter-milligan Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Exeter-milligan Middle School offer ?
Exeter-milligan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Exeter-milligan Middle School part of?
Exeter-milligan Middle School is part of Exeter-Milligan School District.
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