Serving 40 students in grades 6-8, Amargosa Valley Middle 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Amargosa Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Amargosa Valley, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,016.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 34.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amargosa Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amargosa Valley Middle School's student population of 40 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Amargosa Valley Middle 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 Amargosa Valley Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
White
10%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2010–2023. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amargosa Valley Middle School's ranking?
Amargosa Valley Middle School is ranked #343 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Amargosa Valley Middle School?
40 students attend Amargosa Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Amargosa Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amargosa Valley Middle School?
Amargosa Valley Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Amargosa Valley Middle School offer ?
Amargosa Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amargosa Valley Middle School part of?
Amargosa Valley Middle School is part of Nye School District.
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