Serving 1,396 students in grades 6-8, Cadwallader Ralph Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 54% 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: 1,396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cadwallader Ralph Middle School's student population of 1,396 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cadwallader Ralph Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cadwallader Ralph 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
#214 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
26%
44%
Black
12%
12%
White
46%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
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 Cadwallader Ralph Middle School's ranking?
Cadwallader Ralph Middle School is ranked #214 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Cadwallader Ralph Middle School often compared to?
Cadwallader Ralph Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lied Stem Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Cadwallader Ralph Middle School?
1,396 students attend Cadwallader Ralph Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cadwallader Ralph Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cadwallader Ralph Middle School?
Cadwallader Ralph Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Cadwallader Ralph Middle School offer ?
Cadwallader Ralph Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cadwallader Ralph Middle School part of?
Cadwallader Ralph Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cadwallader Ralph Middle School located?
Cadwallader Ralph Middle School is located in the Centennial Hills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Centennial Hills.
School Reviews
2 6/30/2018
This school don`t care for the teachers or the students
5 3/10/2018
Good school.
2 10/6/2012
My child is in academic regression after attending this school. Attempts to talk with teachers and councilors are met with delays and misinformation
2 10/11/2010
the school show no concerns when kids have problems with other kids .. they never return your phone calls and they never resolve the problem kids can get away with stealing its not a safe school kids get bully and always fights on school you seen the school police there almost every day...
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