Serving 770 students in grades 6-8, E. Otis Vaughn 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 8% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 770 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
E. Otis Vaughn Middle School's student population of 770 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
E. Otis Vaughn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E. Otis Vaughn Middle School is 0.41, 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
#642 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
76%
44%
Black
3%
12%
White
11%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E. Otis Vaughn Middle School's ranking?
E. Otis Vaughn Middle School is ranked #642 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are E. Otis Vaughn Middle School often compared to?
E. Otis Vaughn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward L. Pine Middle School, Yvonne Shaw Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend E. Otis Vaughn Middle School?
770 students attend E. Otis Vaughn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of E. Otis Vaughn Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does E. Otis Vaughn Middle School offer ?
E. Otis Vaughn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is E. Otis Vaughn Middle School part of?
E. Otis Vaughn Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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