Serving 964 students in grades 6-8, Lou Mendive Middle School 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 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 58% 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: 964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lou Mendive Middle School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 810.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.7 miles to the edge of the zone and some areas reaching up to 57.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lou Mendive Middle School's student population of 964 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
964 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, By Name and Face to Graduation
School Rankings
Lou Mendive Middle School 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 Lou Mendive Middle School is 0.65, 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
#393 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
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
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Lou Mendive Middle School's ranking?
Lou Mendive Middle School is ranked #393 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Lou Mendive Middle School often compared to?
Lou Mendive Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sparks Middle School, George L. Dilworth S.t.e.m Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Lou Mendive Middle School?
964 students attend Lou Mendive Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lou Mendive Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lou Mendive Middle School?
Lou Mendive Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lou Mendive Middle School offer ?
Lou Mendive Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lou Mendive Middle School part of?
Lou Mendive Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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