Serving 827 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 44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- 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
School Overview
Marce Herz Middle School's student population of 827 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.41, 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
#70 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
70%
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 #70 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 Doral Of Northern Nevada, Billinghurst Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Marce Herz Middle School?
827 students attend Marce Herz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Marce Herz Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Marce Herz Middle School offer ?
Marce Herz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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