Serving 998 students in grades 6-8, Darrel Swope Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darrel Swope Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Darrel Swope Middle School's student population of 998 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Darrel Swope Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darrel Swope 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
#43 out of 692 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
24%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
59%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Darrel Swope Middle School's ranking?
Darrel Swope Middle School is ranked #43 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Darrel Swope Middle School often compared to?
Darrel Swope Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Archie Clayton Pre-a.p. Academy, Billinghurst Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Darrel Swope Middle School?
998 students attend Darrel Swope Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Darrel Swope Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darrel Swope Middle School?
Darrel Swope Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Darrel Swope Middle School offer ?
Darrel Swope Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Darrel Swope Middle School part of?
Darrel Swope Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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5 12/17/2007
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