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#431 of 967 schools in NE
Top 45% in state
Mc Cook Junior High School
Middle School · MC COOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
800 W 7TH ST, Mc Cook, NE 69001
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#431 of 967
In Mc Cook
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
MC COOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mc Cook Junior High School
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About Mc Cook Junior High School
Mc Cook Junior High School is a public middle school in Mc Cook, NE, part of MC COOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Mc Cook Junior High School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mc Cook Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #431 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Mc Cook Junior High School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NE avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Mc Cook Junior High School — Students at Mc Cook Junior High School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.3/10.
How Mc Cook Junior High School Compares
See how Mc Cook Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
800 W 7TH ST, Mc Cook, NE 69001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mc Cook Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HAYES CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 29.1 miles away, in nearby Hayes Center), which scores notably higher. Another option is HITCHCOCK CO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Culbertson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mc Cook, see our Mc Cook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MC COOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mc Cook | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mc Cook | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| MC COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mc Cook | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Mccook | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| HITCHCOCK CO ELEMENTARY Culbertson | 10.6 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY-INDIANOLA Indianola | 11.5 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTHWEST JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Bartley | 17.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HITCHCOCK CO JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Trenton | 20.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Oberlin Elem Oberlin | 26.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Decatur Community Jr/Sr High Oberlin | 27.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MEDICINE VALLEY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Curtis | 30.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MEDICINE VALLEY ELEMENTARY Curtis | 30.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MAYWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Maywood | 31.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MAYWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Maywood | 31.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge | 25.0 mi | 7.7 |
| CAMBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Cambridge | 25.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CAMBRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cambridge | 25.0 mi | 4.1 |
| HAYES CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hayes Center | 29.1 mi | 8.1 |
| HAYES CENTER SECONDARY SCHOOL Hayes Center | 29.2 mi | 6.7 |
| PALISADE ATTENDANCE CENTER Palisade | 26.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 69001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,089
Median Home Value
$147,300
Median Rent
$778/mo
Population
9,059
College Educated
27.9%
Homeownership
70.7%
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASHLAND-GREENWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Ashland, NE | 6.5 |
| AUBURN MIDDLE SCHOOL Auburn, NE | 6.9 |
| YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL York, NE | 6.9 |
| HOLDREGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Holdrege, NE | 6.4 |
| PLATTEVIEW CENTRAL JR HIGH SCHOOL Springfield, NE | 6.3 |
| CENTRAL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Central City, NE | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mc Cook Junior High School
What grades does Mc Cook Junior High School serve?
Mc Cook Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mc Cook Junior High School?
Mc Cook Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mc Cook Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mc Cook Junior High School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mc Cook Junior High School rank in NE?
Mc Cook Junior High School ranks #431 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Mc Cook Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mc Cook Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Mc Cook Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mc Cook Junior High School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mc Cook Junior High School a charter school?
No, Mc Cook Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mc Cook Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Mc Cook Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mc Cook Junior High School?
43.5% of students at Mc Cook Junior High 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
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Red Willow County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (308) 345-6940
Resources & Links
District
MC COOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 1,386
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,820
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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