Yvonne Shaw Middle School serves 766 students in grades 6-8.
Yvonne Shaw Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 70% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (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 766 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yvonne Shaw Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Yvonne Shaw Middle School is 0.55, which is less 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
#157 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
19%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
64%
30%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
71%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #157 out of 684 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Yvonne Shaw Middle School?
766 students attend Yvonne Shaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Yvonne Shaw Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yvonne Shaw Middle School?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Yvonne Shaw Middle School offer ?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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