Serving 783 students in grades 6-8, Brown B Mahlon Junior High 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 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: B Mahlon Brown Junior High School serves the south part of Henderson, NV, covering an area of approximately 27.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown B Mahlon Junior High School's student population of 783 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
783 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown B Mahlon Junior High 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 Brown B Mahlon Junior High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#393 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
34%
46%
Black
19%
12%
White
32%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown B Mahlon Junior High School's ranking?
Brown B Mahlon Junior High School is ranked #393 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Brown B Mahlon Junior High School often compared to?
Brown B Mahlon Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mannion Jack & Terry Middle School 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 30% NV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Brown B Mahlon Junior High School?
783 students attend Brown B Mahlon Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Brown B Mahlon Junior High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown B Mahlon Junior High School?
Brown B Mahlon Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brown B Mahlon Junior High School offer ?
Brown B Mahlon Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown B Mahlon Junior High School part of?
Brown B Mahlon Junior High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Brown B Mahlon Junior High School located?
Brown B Mahlon Junior High School is located in the Foothills neighborhood of Henderson, NV.
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