Below Average
#757 of 967 schools in NE
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School
Middle School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
6143 WHITMORE ST, Omaha, NE 68152
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#757 of 967
In Omaha
#77 of 146
public schools
In district
#28 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School is a public middle school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #757 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 3.4
- NE avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Nathan Hale 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.
48% of students at Nathan Hale 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
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Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School — Students at Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
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: 8.9/10.
How Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School Compares
See how Nathan Hale Magnet Middle 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
6143 WHITMORE ST, Omaha, NE 68152
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MONROE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.3/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MC MILLAN MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 2.6/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| SPRINGVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| RONCALLI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HARTMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| MADONNA SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | — |
| MOUNT VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| WAKONDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ST BERNARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| FONTENELLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| MONTESSORI PARENTS COOP Omaha | 2.1 mi | — |
| NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| MONROE MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 1.6 |
| BENSON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| BENSON HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ROSE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MC MILLAN MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 2.6 |
| BELVEDERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.1 mi | 2.6 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| FLORENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,341
Median Home Value
$300,900
Median Rent
$1,092/mo
Population
6,766
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings, NE | 4.8 |
| BELLEVUE MISSION MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue, NE | 4.5 |
| BEVERIDGE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.5 |
| BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL Scottsbluff, NE | 4.9 |
| GOODRICH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 4.9 |
| LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School
What grades does Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School serve?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School rank in NE?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School ranks #757 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School a charter school?
No, Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School a Title I school?
No, Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 637
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (531) 299-2360
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #28 of 89
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