Serving 1,043 students in grades 6-8, Cashman James 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 14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Cashman Middle School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cashman James Middle School's student population of 1,043 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,043 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Motto
Make positive choices, act with integrity, and lead by example.
School Rankings
Cashman James 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 Cashman James Middle School is 0.52, 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
#535 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)55.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cashman James Middle School's ranking?
Cashman James Middle School is ranked #535 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Cashman James Middle School often compared to?
Cashman James Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Cashman James Middle School?
1,043 students attend Cashman James Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cashman James Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cashman James Middle School?
Cashman James Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cashman James Middle School offer ?
Cashman James Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cashman James Middle School part of?
Cashman James Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school is an recommended school for students to go to
2 10/10/2025
This school is horrible. My kid was just put in a cramped room and yelled at.
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