Serving 993 students in grades 6-8, Billinghurst Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: B D Billinghurst Middle School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 89.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Billinghurst Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Billinghurst Middle School's student population of 993 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
993 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Billinghurst Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Billinghurst Middle School is 0.57, 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
#155 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Billinghurst Middle School's ranking?
Billinghurst Middle School is ranked #155 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Billinghurst Middle School often compared to?
Billinghurst Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Darrel Swope Middle School, Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy, Marce Herz 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 30% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Billinghurst Middle School?
993 students attend Billinghurst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Billinghurst Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Billinghurst Middle School?
Billinghurst Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Billinghurst Middle School offer ?
Billinghurst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Billinghurst Middle School part of?
Billinghurst Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Billinghurst Middle School located?
Billinghurst Middle School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.
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