Serving 479 students in grades 6-8, Burkholder Lyal 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burkholder Lyal Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burkholder Lyal Middle School's student population of 479 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burkholder Lyal 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 Burkholder Lyal Middle School is 0.70, 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
#509 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
42%
44%
Black
15%
12%
White
31%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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 Burkholder Lyal Middle School's ranking?
Burkholder Lyal Middle School is ranked #509 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Burkholder Lyal Middle School often compared to?
Burkholder Lyal Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canarelli Lawrence & Heidi Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Burkholder Lyal Middle School?
479 students attend Burkholder Lyal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Burkholder Lyal Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burkholder Lyal Middle School?
Burkholder Lyal Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Burkholder Lyal Middle School offer ?
Burkholder Lyal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Burkholder Lyal Middle School part of?
Burkholder Lyal Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Burkholder Lyal Middle School located?
Burkholder Lyal Middle School is located in the Townsite neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Townsite.
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