Serving 844 students in grades 6-8, Carson 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 30% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carson Middle School's student population of 844 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carson 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 Carson Middle School is 0.59, 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
#268 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
42%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
48%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Middle School's ranking?
Carson Middle School is ranked #268 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Carson Middle School often compared to?
Carson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Carson Middle School?
844 students attend Carson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Carson Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Middle School?
Carson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Carson Middle School offer ?
Carson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carson Middle School part of?
Carson Middle School is part of Carson City School District.
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