Serving 25 students in grades 7-8, Mcdermitt Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdermitt Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mcdermitt Junior High School's student population of 25 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcdermitt Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdermitt Junior High School is 0.15, 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
#552 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
92%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
4%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
8%
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 Mcdermitt Junior High School's ranking?
Mcdermitt Junior High School is ranked #552 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mcdermitt Junior High School?
25 students attend Mcdermitt Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mcdermitt Junior High School students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Mcdermitt Junior High School offer ?
Mcdermitt Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Mcdermitt Junior High School part of?
Mcdermitt Junior High School is part of Humboldt School District.
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