Serving 629 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 11% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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: 629 students
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- 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 629 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.55, 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
#564 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
64%
44%
Black
5%
12%
White
20%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
6%
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: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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 #564 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 Lou Mendive Middle School, Sparks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy?
629 students attend George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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
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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