Darrel Swope Middle School

901 Keele Drive
Reno, NV 89509
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 634 students in grades 6-8, Darrel Swope Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 634 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 20% in NV
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Darrel Swope Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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School Overview

Darrel Swope Middle School's student population of 634 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
634 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Rankings

Darrel Swope Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darrel Swope Middle School is 0.61, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NV)
#74 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
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44%
26%
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63%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
6%
5%
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Hispanic
25%
44%
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Black
3%
12%
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White
57%
29%
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Hawaiian
1%
2%
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Two or more races
7%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.61
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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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 Darrel Swope Middle School's ranking?
Darrel Swope Middle School is ranked #74 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Darrel Swope Middle School often compared to?
Darrel Swope Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Billinghurst Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Darrel Swope Middle School?
634 students attend Darrel Swope Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Darrel Swope Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Darrel Swope Middle School offer ?
Darrel Swope Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Darrel Swope Middle School part of?
Darrel Swope Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.

School Reviews

5   12/17/2007
this school is a really good school for kids...
- Posted by Student/Alumni - eliza

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 634 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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