Columbus Middle School vs Norris Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Nebraska, United States, 117 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 5–8
1,166 students
Norris Middle School
Omaha · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,140 students
| Measure | Columbus Middle School Columbus, Nebraska | Norris Middle School Omaha, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #95 of 123 | #122 of 123 |
| National rank | #8782 of 15,369 | #15109 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,166 | 1,140 |
| Enrollment | 1,166 | 1,140 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 13% |
| city | Columbus | Omaha |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbus Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 9.8).
- •Columbus Middle School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 13%).
- •Columbus Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 21%).
- •Columbus Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 17.8).
- •Columbus Middle School is the larger school with 1,166 students compared with 1,140.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus Middle School better than Norris Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Columbus Middle School ranks higher (44.7 vs 9.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Columbus Middle School and Norris Middle School?
About 117 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Omaha in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Middle School: 1,166. Norris Middle School: 1,140. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Middle School and Norris Middle School rank in Nebraska?
Columbus Middle School is 95th of 123 and Norris Middle School is 122nd of 123 among middle schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).