Serving 1,123 students in grades 6-8, Bridger Jim 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 16% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridger Jim Middle School's student population of 1,123 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridger Jim Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridger Jim Middle School is 0.36, 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
#551 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
79%
44%
Black
14%
12%
White
4%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridger Jim Middle School's ranking?
Bridger Jim Middle School is ranked #551 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Bridger Jim Middle School often compared to?
Bridger Jim Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Park Middle School, Cashman James Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Bridger Jim Middle School?
1,123 students attend Bridger Jim Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bridger Jim Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridger Jim Middle School?
Bridger Jim Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Bridger Jim Middle School offer ?
Bridger Jim Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bridger Jim Middle School part of?
Bridger Jim Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
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