Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool's student population of 571 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#424 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
41%
44%
Black
11%
12%
White
34%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool's ranking?
Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool is ranked #424 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool often compared to?
Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canarelli Lawrence & Heidi MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool?
571 students attend Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool offer ?
Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool part of?
Burkholder Lyal MiddleSchool is part of Clark County School District.
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