Serving 530 students in grades 6-8, Fred W. Traner 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 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fred W Traner Middle School serves the south part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 12.8 square miles. Most students reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the school's boundaries and some living as far as 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fred W. Traner Middle School's student population of 530 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fred W. Traner 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 Fred W. Traner 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
#658 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
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)58.3%
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 (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2001–2023. Full 25-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 Fred W. Traner Middle School's ranking?
Fred W. Traner Middle School is ranked #658 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Fred W. Traner Middle School?
530 students attend Fred W. Traner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Fred W. Traner Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred W. Traner Middle School?
Fred W. Traner Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fred W. Traner Middle School offer ?
Fred W. Traner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fred W. Traner Middle School part of?
Fred W. Traner Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Fred W. Traner Middle School located?
Fred W. Traner Middle School is located in the Northeast Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northeast Reno.
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