Serving 613 students in grades 6-8, George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy 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 13% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George L Dilworth Middle School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 7.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy's student population of 613 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Quality is never an accident!
School Rankings
George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy 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 George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy is 0.51, 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
#600 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
68%
46%
Black
5%
12%
White
17%
26%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scorpions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy's ranking?
George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy is ranked #600 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy often compared to?
George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sparks Middle School, Lou Mendive Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy?
613 students attend George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy?
George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy offer ?
George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy part of?
George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy is part of Washoe County School District.
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