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#780 of 967 schools in NE

Beveridge Magnet Middle School

Middle School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

1616 S 120TH ST, Omaha, NE 68144

Enrollment

746

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#780 of 967

In Omaha

#82 of 146

public schools

In district

#32 of 89

OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Beveridge Magnet Middle School

4.5/10

Middle School in Omaha · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Beveridge Magnet Middle School

Beveridge Magnet Middle School is a public middle school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Beveridge Magnet Middle School serves approximately 746 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Beveridge Magnet Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #780 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Beveridge Magnet Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 3.4
  • NE avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Beveridge Magnet Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

47% of students at Beveridge Magnet Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,585
Chronic Absenteeism46.5%

Beveridge Magnet Middle School — Students at Beveridge Magnet Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
31%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How Beveridge Magnet Middle School Compares

See how Beveridge Magnet Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
19th percentile in NE
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1616 S 120TH ST, Omaha, NE 68144

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beveridge Magnet Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEGNER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Boys Town), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILLARD NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MILLARD CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.6/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CATLIN MAGNET CENTER Omaha 0.6 mi 5.3
CRESTRIDGE MAGNET CENTER Omaha 0.8 mi 4.3
OAK VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.0 mi 7.2
PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.0 mi 8.4
OMAHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Omaha 1.1 mi 7.2
MARY OUR QUEEN SCHOOL Omaha 1.2 mi 5.3
COLUMBIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 8.7
CODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.2 mi 5.9
BURKE HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 1.3 mi 4.7
ROCKBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 7.8
OAKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.5 mi 8.5
MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 6.2
MILLARD NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 5.4
WILLA CATHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 8.0
BOYS TOWN SCHOOLS Boys Town 1.8 mi 8.6
MILLARD CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 2.3 mi 3.6
NORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.5 mi 5.5
WEGNER SCHOOL Boys Town 2.1 mi 7.9
MILLARD NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 2.1 mi 7.2
JOSLYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.7 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,887

Median Home Value

$248,900

Median Rent

$1,138/mo

Population

25,468

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha, NE 4.5
NATHAN HALE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha, NE 4.7
HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings, NE 4.8
BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL Scottsbluff, NE 4.9
BRYAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha, NE 4.1
GOODRICH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beveridge Magnet Middle School

What grades does Beveridge Magnet Middle School serve?

Beveridge Magnet Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Beveridge Magnet Middle School?

Beveridge Magnet Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 746 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beveridge Magnet Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Beveridge Magnet Middle School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beveridge Magnet Middle School rank in NE?

Beveridge Magnet Middle School ranks #780 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Beveridge Magnet Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beveridge Magnet Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beveridge Magnet Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beveridge Magnet Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Beveridge Magnet Middle School a charter school?

No, Beveridge Magnet Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beveridge Magnet Middle School a Title I school?

No, Beveridge Magnet Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
746
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.5%

District

OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
51,693
Schools in District
112
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,585
District Rank
#32 of 89

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