Serving 1,326 students in grades 6-8, Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High 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 29% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 1,326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School's student population of 1,326 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High 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 Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#269 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
34%
44%
Black
11%
12%
White
38%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
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 Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School's ranking?
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School is ranked #269 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School often compared to?
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Bob Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School?
1,326 students attend Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School?
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School offer ?
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School part of?
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School located?
Greenspun Barbara & Hank Junior High School is located in the Green Valley South neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Green Valley South.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2011
Not at all the schoold it use to be. If your middle schooler needs to be challenged and requires accelerated classes, this is NOT the school. Very poor advanced academics at Greenspun.
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