Kiewit Middle School

15650 Howard St
Omaha, NE 68118
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 967 students in grades 6-8, Kiewit Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 967 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 20% in NE
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kiewit Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Kiewit Middle School's student population of 967 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
967 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Kiewit Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kiewit Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NE)
#132 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
81%
58%
58%
47%
79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
78%
61%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kiewit Middle School's ranking?
Kiewit Middle School is ranked #132 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Kiewit Middle School often compared to?
Kiewit Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell Middle School, Beadle Middle School, Millard North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Kiewit Middle School?
967 students attend Kiewit Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kiewit Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiewit Middle School?
Kiewit Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kiewit Middle School offer ?
Kiewit Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiewit Middle School part of?
Kiewit Middle School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Kiewit Middle School located?
Kiewit Middle School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 967 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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