Serving 957 students in grades 6-8, Marce Herz Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 957 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marce Herz Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marce Herz Middle School's student population of 957 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
957 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Marce Herz 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 Marce Herz Middle School is 0.46, 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
#99 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
14%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
72%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marce Herz Middle School's ranking?
Marce Herz Middle School is ranked #99 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Marce Herz Middle School often compared to?
Marce Herz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kendyl Depoali Middle School, Doral Academy Of Northern Nevada by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Marce Herz Middle School?
957 students attend Marce Herz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Marce Herz Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marce Herz Middle School?
Marce Herz Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marce Herz Middle School offer ?
Marce Herz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marce Herz Middle School part of?
Marce Herz Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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