POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL
731 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Pound Middle School, located in southeast Lincoln, Nebraska, serves as a prominent public middle school within the Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) district. Catering to students in grades 6 through 8, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach that balances rigorous coursework with social-emotional development. The school environment is structured to support the transition from elementary to high school, offering a variety of core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests in the arts, technology, and physical education.
Beyond the classroom, Pound Middle School fosters a vibrant community culture characterized by active extracurricular involvement. Students are encouraged to participate in a wide array of activities, including competitive athletics, music programs, and various clubs that promote leadership and peer connection. With its focus on building a safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment, the school maintains strong partnerships with families and the surrounding Lincoln community to ensure that students are well-prepared for the academic and personal challenges of high school.
Beyond the classroom, Pound Middle School fosters a vibrant community culture characterized by active extracurricular involvement. Students are encouraged to participate in a wide array of activities, including competitive athletics, music programs, and various clubs that promote leadership and peer connection. With its focus on building a safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment, the school maintains strong partnerships with families and the surrounding Lincoln community to ensure that students are well-prepared for the academic and personal challenges of high school.
731
Total Students
49.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 510 |
| Hispanic | 87 |
| Black | 39 |
| Asian | 12 |
| Two or More | 77 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White510 (69.8%)
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Hispanic87 (11.9%)
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Two or More77 (10.5%)
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Black39 (5.3%)
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Asian12 (1.6%)
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American Indian5 (0.7%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Phone: | (402)436-1217 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 731 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 193 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 58 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
245
Grade 7
230
Grade 8
256
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 245 |
| Grade 7 | 230 |
| Grade 8 | 256 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 342 | 46.8% |
| Male | 389 | 53.2% |
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