What grades does PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL serve?

PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the LINCOLN area.

Where is PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL located?

PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a urban school in LINCOLN, NE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL is 11.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in LINCOLN, NE?

Schools in LINCOLN include PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the LINCOLN area.

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LINCOLN, NE 68508

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Oct

Wed

Last day of 1st quarterEvent

Oct

Thu

LPS quarter breakEvent

Oct

Thu

No School-Fall BreakEvent

Oct

Mon

All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)Event

Oct

Tue

First day of 2nd quarterEvent

Oct

Tue

First Day of Quarter 2Event

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

784

Student:Teacher

11.9:1

Locale

Urban

District

LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Econ. Disadvantaged

72.8%

Phone

(402)436-1212

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

37%

24th percentile in NE

Math Proficiency

37%

29th percentile in NE

Chronic Absenteeism

14.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

82 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1

Near average in NE

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

825

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

66.95

99% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,573

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,619

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,200

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 29%Local 61%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$293,543

+4.3% 1yr+33.9% 5yr

Lincoln, NE metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.6%

Below 150% poverty line

3.1%

Unemployment rate

6.6%

Uninsured residents

6.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

7,396

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

6,692

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,010 (30%)

Other Health Impairment

1,034 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

888 (13%)

Autism

819 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

647 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

310 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

843

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Last day of 1st quarter

Event

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

LPS quarter break

Event

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

No School-Fall Break

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Park Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	5th Grade MAP Testing - ReadingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	MAP Growth Testing in MathDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	3rd Gr MAP Testing: MathDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	4th MAP Math Math testingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School- Labor DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Staff Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full schedule and any student impact details.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Q1 Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for sign-up times and procedures.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	5th Grade MAP Reading TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Last day of 1st quarter	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	LPS quarter break	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	No School-Fall Break	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	First day of 2nd quarter	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	First Day of Quarter 2	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Picture Retake Day Review the retake day notice for schedule and photo options.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Band/Orchestra Concert Check the concert notice for performance schedule and details.	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	P/T Conferences Check the conference notice for scheduling details and teacher availability.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School-Thanksgiving Break Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Tue, Dec 1, 2026	Unified Choir Concert	Event	—
Tue, Dec 1, 2026	Choir Concert Check the concert notice for performance date, time, and ticket information.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	Musical Performance Check the event notice for performance times and location details.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Musical Performance Check the event notice for performance times and location details.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Last day of 2nd quarter	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	LPS semester break	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	No School-Teacher Plan Day	Event	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	First day of 3rd quarter	Event	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Start of Quarter 3	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School-MLK Day	Event	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	P/T Conferences Check the conference notice for scheduling details and teacher availability.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, Mar 1, 2027	Choir Concert Check the concert notice for performance date, time, and ticket information.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Last day of 3rd quarter	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	LPS quarter break	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	No School-Spring Break School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	First day of 4th quarter	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	6th Grade All City Band/Orchestra @ LHS	Event	—
Thu, Apr 1, 2027	Spring Play Check the drama program notice for performance dates and ticket information.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	Spring Play Check the drama program notice for performance dates and ticket information.	Event	—
Sat, Apr 3, 2027	Spring Play Check the drama program notice for performance dates and ticket information.	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	No School	Event	—
Thu, Apr 8, 2027	P/T Conferences Check the conference notice for scheduling details and teacher availability.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	Multicultural Night Review the event notice for schedule, location and activity details.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	8th Concert Band Contest @ Culler	Event	—
Thu, Apr 29, 2027	7th & 8th Orchestra Contest @ Park	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Choir Concert Check the concert notice for performance date, time, and ticket information.	Event	—
Tue, May 11, 2027	6th Grade Band/Orchestra Concert Check the concert notice for performance schedule and location.	Event	—
Tue, May 11, 2027	7th/8th Grade Band/Orchestra Concert	Event	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	8th Grade Celebration Night	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Yankee Hill Education Center Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Independence Academy Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Last day of classes Review the calendar for the exact date and any related events.	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Last Day of School Review the school calendar for the final day of the academic year.	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Bryan Community Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	North Star High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Northwest High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Southeast High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Northeast High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	Southwest High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	Standing Bear High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	East High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—