Serving 938 students in grades 6-8, Brown B Mahlon Jhs 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 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown B Mahlon Jhs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brown B Mahlon Jhs's student population of 938 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
938 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brown B Mahlon Jhs 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 Brown B Mahlon Jhs is 0.73, which is more 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
#365 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
31%
44%
Black
17%
12%
White
38%
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: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown B Mahlon Jhs's ranking?
Brown B Mahlon Jhs is ranked #365 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Brown B Mahlon Jhs often compared to?
Brown B Mahlon Jhsis often viewed alongside schools like Mannion Jack & Terry MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Brown B Mahlon Jhs?
938 students attend Brown B Mahlon Jhs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Brown B Mahlon Jhs students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% 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 Brown B Mahlon Jhs offer ?
Brown B Mahlon Jhs offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Brown B Mahlon Jhs part of?
Brown B Mahlon Jhs is part of Clark County School District.
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