Serving 70 students in grades 6-8, Pathways 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathways Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pathways Middle School's student population of 70 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pathways Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathways Middle School is 0.66, 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
#635 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
44%
Black
20%
12%
White
50%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pathways Middle School's ranking?
Pathways Middle School is ranked #635 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pathways Middle School?
70 students attend Pathways Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pathways Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Pathways Middle School offer ?
Pathways Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pathways Middle School part of?
Pathways Middle School is part of Nye County School District.
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