Serving 833 students in grades 6-8, Carson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 833 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carson Middle School serves the west part of Carson City, NV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 80.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carson Middle School's student population of 833 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
833 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
Carson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Middle School is 0.61, 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
#247 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-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 Carson Middle School's ranking?
Carson Middle School is ranked #247 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Carson Middle School often compared to?
Carson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Carson Middle School?
833 students attend Carson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Carson Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carson Middle School?
Carson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carson Middle School offer ?
Carson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carson Middle School part of?
Carson Middle School is part of Carson City School District.
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