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.
731
Total Students
49.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White510
Hispanic87
Black39
Asian12
Two or More77
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    510 (69.8%)
  • Hispanic
    87 (11.9%)
  • Two or More
    77 (10.5%)
  • Black
    39 (5.3%)
  • Asian
    12 (1.6%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6245
Grade 7230
Grade 8256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34246.8%
Male38953.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)