Serving 1,020 students in grades 6-8, Swainston Theron L 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 8% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Theron L Swainston Middle School serves the west part of North Las Vegas, NV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swainston Theron L Middle School's student population of 1,020 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,020 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swainston Theron L 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 Swainston Theron L 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
#631 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swainston Theron L Middle School's ranking?
Swainston Theron L Middle School is ranked #631 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Swainston Theron L Middle School often compared to?
Swainston Theron L Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Priest Richard C Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Swainston Theron L Middle School?
1,020 students attend Swainston Theron L Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Swainston Theron L Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swainston Theron L Middle School?
Swainston Theron L Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swainston Theron L Middle School offer ?
Swainston Theron L Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swainston Theron L Middle School part of?
Swainston Theron L Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
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