Middle Schools in Papillion La Vista Community Schools

The Papillion La Vista Community Schools district in Nebraska is home to three middle schools: La Vista Middle School, Papillion Middle School, and Liberty Middle School. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and provide a range of educational opportunities within the community.

Among the three middle schools, Liberty Middle School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking among the top 15-18 middle schools in the state and earning 4-5 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. In contrast, La Vista Middle School and Papillion Middle School have lower rankings, typically in the 50-100 range, and have received 2-3 out of 5 stars. Liberty Middle School's academic performance is exemplified by its significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to the district and state averages.

While the schools share some similarities, such as higher-than-average chronic absenteeism rates, there are notable differences in their student demographics and financial resources. Liberty Middle School has the lowest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, while La Vista Middle School and Papillion Middle School have higher rates. Additionally, Papillion Middle School has the highest spending per student, followed by Liberty Middle School and La Vista Middle School.