Serving 552 students in grades 6-8, Hughes Charles Arthur 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 30% (which is equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles Arthur Hughes Middle School serves the northeast part of Mesquite, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 394.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.2 miles to the edge of the zone and some areas reaching up to 27.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hughes Charles Arthur 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 Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School is 0.57, 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
#308 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School's ranking?
Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School is ranked #308 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School?
552 students attend Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School?
Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School offer ?
Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School part of?
Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
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