Moore Middle School

Moore Middle School serves 759 students in grades 6-8 in Lincoln, Nebraska, operating with a student-teacher ratio of 19.5 to 1 across its 39 full-time equivalent teaching staff. The school has earned recognition as a high-performing institution, ranking 180th out of 974 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 82nd percentile with a strong MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. Academic achievement is particularly noteworthy at Moore Middle School, with 76% of students demonstrating proficiency or above in mathematics and 71% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading.

These solid performance levels reflect the school's commitment to educational excellence and contribute to its impressive academic score of 9.5 out of 10. The school draws from an affluent community where families demonstrate a strong commitment to education, with 61% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median household income of $121,900. The low poverty rate of just 3.4% in the surrounding area creates a stable environment that supports student learning and family engagement.

Moore Middle School is situated in a rural setting near Lincoln on Yankee Woods Drive, offering students the benefits of a quieter, more spacious environment while maintaining access to the resources and opportunities of the larger Lincoln community.

Located in a rural area, Moore Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.