Serving 404 students in grades 6-8, Lyon Mack Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyon Mack 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lyon Mack Middle School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyon Mack Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyon Mack Middle School is 0.41, 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
#94 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
17%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyon Mack Middle School's ranking?
Lyon Mack Middle School is ranked #94 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Lyon Mack Middle School?
404 students attend Lyon Mack Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lyon Mack Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyon Mack Middle School?
Lyon Mack Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Lyon Mack Middle School offer ?
Lyon Mack Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lyon Mack Middle School part of?
Lyon Mack Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
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