Serving 162 students in grades 6-8, Pershing County 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 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pershing County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Lovelock, NV, encompassing approximately 6,067.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 47.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 70.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pershing County Middle School's student population of 162 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pershing County 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 Pershing County Middle School is 0.64, 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
#493 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
45%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pershing County Middle School's ranking?
Pershing County Middle School is ranked #493 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pershing County Middle School?
162 students attend Pershing County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pershing County Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pershing County Middle School?
Pershing County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pershing County Middle School offer ?
Pershing County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pershing County Middle School part of?
Pershing County Middle School is part of Pershing School District.
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