Serving 912 students in grades 6-8, Billinghurst 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 40% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 912 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Billinghurst Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Billinghurst Middle School's student population of 912 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
912 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Billinghurst Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Billinghurst Middle School is 0.56, 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
#177 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
22%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
62%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billinghurst Middle School's ranking?
Billinghurst Middle School is ranked #177 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Billinghurst Middle School often compared to?
Billinghurst Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Darrel Swope Middle School, Marce Herz Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Billinghurst Middle School?
912 students attend Billinghurst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Billinghurst Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Billinghurst Middle School?
Billinghurst Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Billinghurst Middle School offer ?
Billinghurst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Billinghurst Middle School part of?
Billinghurst Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Billinghurst Middle School located?
Billinghurst Middle School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.
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