French Ford Middle School

5495 Palisade Drive
Winnemucca, NV 89445
(School attendance zone shown in map)
: 
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 438 students in grades 5-6, French Ford Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 50% in NV
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : French Ford Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Winnemucca, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 4,132 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 86 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

School Overview

French Ford Middle School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
2025

School Rankings

French Ford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of French Ford Middle School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#330 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

29%
30%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

38%
44%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

15%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
1%
6%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
39%
46%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓

White
57%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
2%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
43%
0.53

Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
37.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
81%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 French Ford Middle School's ranking?
French Ford Middle School is ranked #330 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend French Ford Middle School?
438 students attend French Ford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of French Ford Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of French Ford Middle School?
French Ford Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does French Ford Middle School offer ?
French Ford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is French Ford Middle School part of?
French Ford Middle School is part of Humboldt School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : French Ford Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Winnemucca, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 4,132 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 86 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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