Serving 1,336 students in grades 6-8, Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,336 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool's student population of 1,336 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool is 0.79, which is more 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
#181 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
26%
44%
Black
13%
12%
White
31%
29%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool's ranking?
Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool is ranked #181 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool?
1,336 students attend Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool offer ?
Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool part of?
Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MiddleSchool is part of Clark County School District.
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