Serving 921 students in grades 6-8, Kendyl Depoali Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Kendyl Depoali Middle School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an area of approximately 117.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 18 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kendyl Depoali Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kendyl Depoali Middle School's student population of 921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
921 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Kendyl Depoali Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kendyl Depoali Middle School is 0.66, 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
#116 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
27%
46%
Black
3%
12%
White
51%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kendyl Depoali Middle School's ranking?
Kendyl Depoali Middle School is ranked #116 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Kendyl Depoali Middle School often compared to?
Kendyl Depoali Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marce Herz Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Kendyl Depoali Middle School?
921 students attend Kendyl Depoali Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kendyl Depoali Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kendyl Depoali Middle School?
Kendyl Depoali Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kendyl Depoali Middle School offer ?
Kendyl Depoali Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kendyl Depoali Middle School part of?
Kendyl Depoali Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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