Serving 1,025 students in grades 6-8, Desert Skies 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 10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,025 students
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Skies Middle School's student population of 1,025 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,025 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desert Skies 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 Desert Skies Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#579 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
73%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
20%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Skies Middle School's ranking?
Desert Skies Middle School is ranked #579 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Desert Skies Middle School?
1,025 students attend Desert Skies Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Desert Skies Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Desert Skies Middle School offer ?
Desert Skies Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Desert Skies Middle School part of?
Desert Skies Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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