Serving 60 students in grades 6-8, Pahranagat Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pahranagat Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pahranagat Valley Middle School's student population of 60 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pahranagat Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pahranagat Valley Middle School is 0.22, 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
#160 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Pahranagat Valley Middle School's ranking?
Pahranagat Valley Middle School is ranked #160 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pahranagat Valley Middle School?
60 students attend Pahranagat Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pahranagat Valley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pahranagat Valley Middle School?
Pahranagat Valley Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Pahranagat Valley Middle School offer ?
Pahranagat Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pahranagat Valley Middle School part of?
Pahranagat Valley Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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