Serving 194 students in grades 6-8, West Wendover 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Wendover Junior High School serves the southeast part of its school district in West Wendover, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 2,061.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being up to 51.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Wendover Middle School's student population of 194 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 175% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Campus Size
40 acres
School Motto
'Knowledge is Power'
School Rankings
West Wendover 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 West Wendover Middle School is 0.35, 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
#457 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
79%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Wendover Middle School's ranking?
West Wendover Middle School is ranked #457 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend West Wendover Middle School?
194 students attend West Wendover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Wendover Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Wendover Middle School?
West Wendover Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Wendover Middle School offer ?
West Wendover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Wendover Middle School part of?
West Wendover Middle School is part of Elko School District.
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