Dawes Middle School

Dawes Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
5130 Colfax Ave,  Lincoln, NE
Lincoln Public Schools
1.8
396 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Angela Plugge
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
34%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
34%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
39
Full Time Teachers
39
Teachers in First or Second Year
23.4%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
168:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.1%
Female
47.9%
White
53.8%
Hispanic
17%
Two or more races
14.3%
Black
11.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.7%
Native American
1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
1.8 5 Reviews
1.0 student
7/3/2025
I went to this middle school last year and i was being suspended over little things like a certain amount of missing work and slamming doors. The admin twist your words to your parents to make situations sound worse.
1.0 parent
12/15/2022
Very racist school my son got suspended for defending himself from a a kid that tried to beat him up and my son is learning nothing all the teachers there teach nothing my son told me they sit around wile kids play games on there phone and other stuff
1.0 parent
5/15/2020
After my daughter received little to no help with her academics (she has a 504 plan), and the previous principal allowing my daughter to be bullied because of “how she is” (referring to her being gay), we just switched schools. I seriously hope the principal there now has made improvements, because...
5.0 parent
5/4/2016
Very engaged principle, actually knows who my child is. The "diff" program which is for higher accelerated learners is wonderful! Teachers have been great, nice mix of male to female ratio, which my son has enjoyed his guy teachers.

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Parks in this Area

Additional Neighborhoods in this Area

Dawes Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Lincoln, NE and is served by the Lincoln Public Schools in Nebraska. The school has a total enrollment of 396 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 34% are proficient in reading. Dawes Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $225,580. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lincoln Northeast High School, North Star High School, Morton School, and more. Learn more about what Lincoln has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Dawes Middle School.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.