Serving 612 students in grades 6-8, Cold Springs 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cold Springs Middle School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 226.5 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cold Springs Middle School's student population of 612 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Cold Springs 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 Cold Springs Middle School is 0.60, 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
#446 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
36%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
52%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Springs Middle School's ranking?
Cold Springs Middle School is ranked #446 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Cold Springs Middle School often compared to?
Cold Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Obrien Middle School, Coral Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Cold Springs Middle School?
612 students attend Cold Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cold Springs Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cold Springs Middle School?
Cold Springs Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cold Springs Middle School offer ?
Cold Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cold Springs Middle School part of?
Cold Springs Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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