Serving 69 students in grades 6-8, Tonopah Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 25-29% (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 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tonopah Middle School serves the southwest part of its school district in Tonopah, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 2,618.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 22.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends as far as 76.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tonopah Middle School's student population of 69 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Tonopah 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 Tonopah Middle School is 0.51, 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
#350 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 16-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 Tonopah Middle School's ranking?
Tonopah Middle School is ranked #350 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?
25-29% 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 Tonopah Middle School?
69 students attend Tonopah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tonopah Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tonopah Middle School?
Tonopah Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tonopah Middle School offer ?
Tonopah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tonopah Middle School part of?
Tonopah Middle School is part of Nye School District.
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