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#595 of 967 schools in NE
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Bennington South Middle School
Middle School · BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
9809 NORTH 171ST STREET PO BOX 309, Bennington, NE 68007
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NE statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#595 of 967
In Bennington
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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About Bennington South Middle School
Bennington South Middle School is a public middle school in Bennington, NE, part of BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Bennington South Middle School serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bennington South Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #595 of 967 schools in NE.
Based on limited data: 48% component coverage.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- NE avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bennington South Middle School Compares
See how Bennington South Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9809 NORTH 171ST STREET PO BOX 309, Bennington, NE 68007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bennington South Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BENNINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELKHORN NORTH RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Elkhorn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELKHORN GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bennington, see our Bennington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STRATFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BENNINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bennington | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| BENNINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Bennington | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY Bennington | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ANCHOR POINTE ELEMENTARY Bennington | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Bennington | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| LEGACY PRIMARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WESTVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Bennington | 1.9 mi | — |
| ELKHORN NORTH RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Elkhorn | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| WOODBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| CONCORDIA JR.-SR. HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| SAGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ELKHORN GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| SADDLEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ELKHORN NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| STANDING BEAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ALFONZA W DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 3.5 mi | 2.3 |
| MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 4.5 mi | 9.0 |
| ALICE BUFFETT MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 4.1 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$137,767
Median Home Value
$369,900
Median Rent
$1,581/mo
Population
18,360
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MICKLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 5.8 |
| WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Island, NE | 5.8 |
| CRETE MIDDLE SCHOOL Crete, NE | 5.7 |
| LA VISTA MIDDLE SCHOOL La Vista, NE | 5.7 |
| SCHUYLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Schuyler, NE | 5.7 |
| NORFOLK MIDDLE SCHOOL Norfolk, NE | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bennington South Middle School
What grades does Bennington South Middle School serve?
Bennington South Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bennington South Middle School?
Bennington South Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bennington South Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bennington South Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bennington South Middle School rank in NE?
Bennington South Middle School ranks #595 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Bennington South Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bennington South Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bennington South Middle School a charter school?
No, Bennington South Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bennington South Middle School a Title I school?
No, Bennington South Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bennington South Middle School?
11.6% of students at Bennington South Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 588
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (402) 238-3079
Resources & Links
District
BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 4,285
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,340
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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