Serving 71 students in grades 6-8, Pahranagat Valley Middle School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pahranagat Valley Middle School serves the southwest part of Alamo, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 5,147.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 62 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pahranagat Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pahranagat Valley Middle School's student population of 71 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pahranagat Valley 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 Pahranagat Valley Middle School is 0.19, 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
#275 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
90%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pahranagat Valley Middle School's ranking?
Pahranagat Valley Middle School is ranked #275 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pahranagat Valley Middle School?
71 students attend Pahranagat Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pahranagat Valley Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pahranagat Valley Middle School?
Pahranagat Valley Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pahranagat Valley Middle School offer ?
Pahranagat Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pahranagat Valley Middle School part of?
Pahranagat Valley Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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