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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Yvonne Shaw Middle School serves the southern part of the Sparks, NV school district, covering an area of approximately 344.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 25 miles away.
- 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
Science 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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
59%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
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, Sky Ranch Middle School, William Obrien 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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