Serving 410 students in grades 5-8, Yerington Intermediate School 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 14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yerington Intermediate School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yerington Intermediate School 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 Yerington Intermediate School is 0.65, 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
#481 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
38%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
45%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Yerington Intermediate School's ranking?
Yerington Intermediate School is ranked #481 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Yerington Intermediate School?
410 students attend Yerington Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Yerington Intermediate School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Yerington Intermediate School offer ?
Yerington Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Yerington Intermediate School part of?
Yerington Intermediate School is part of Lyon County School District.
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