Serving 54 students in grades 6-8, Amargosa Valley 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Amargosa Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
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Amargosa Valley Middle School's student population of 54 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Amargosa Valley 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 Amargosa Valley Middle School is 0.30, 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
#343 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
13%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Amargosa Valley Middle School's ranking?
Amargosa Valley Middle School is ranked #343 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Amargosa Valley Middle School?
54 students attend Amargosa Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Amargosa Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amargosa Valley Middle School?
Amargosa Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Amargosa Valley Middle School offer ?
Amargosa Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amargosa Valley Middle School part of?
Amargosa Valley Middle School is part of Nye School District.
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