Yvonne Shaw Middle School

600 Eagle Canyon Dr
Sparks, NV 89441
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 785 students in grades 6-8, Yvonne Shaw Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 785 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30% in NV
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 43% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Yvonne Shaw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Yvonne Shaw Middle School's student population of 785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

School Rankings

Yvonne Shaw Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yvonne Shaw Middle School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#159 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
39%
30%
59%
44%
43%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
26%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
59%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
(22-23)
23.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yvonne Shaw Middle School's ranking?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School is ranked #159 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Yvonne Shaw Middle School often compared to?
Yvonne Shaw Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy Of Northern Nevada, William Obrien Middle School, Sky Ranch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Yvonne Shaw Middle School?
785 students attend Yvonne Shaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Yvonne Shaw Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yvonne Shaw Middle School?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Yvonne Shaw Middle School offer ?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yvonne Shaw Middle School part of?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 785 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 43% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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