Serving 460 students in grades 6-8, Pau Wa Lu 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 22% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pau Wa Lu Middle School serves the southern part of Gardnerville, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 337 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 32.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pau Wa Lu Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pau Wa Lu Middle School's student population of 460 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Pau Wa Lu 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 Pau Wa Lu Middle School is 0.57, 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
#396 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pau Wa Lu Middle School's ranking?
Pau Wa Lu Middle School is ranked #396 out of 684 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pau Wa Lu Middle School?
460 students attend Pau Wa Lu Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pau Wa Lu Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pau Wa Lu Middle School?
Pau Wa Lu Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pau Wa Lu Middle School offer ?
Pau Wa Lu Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pau Wa Lu Middle School part of?
Pau Wa Lu Middle School is part of Douglas School District.
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