Serving 481 students in grades 6-8, Pau Wa Lu Middle 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 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pau Wa Lu Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pau Wa Lu Middle School's student population of 481 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pau Wa Lu Middle 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 Pau Wa Lu Middle School is 0.56, 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
#390 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
26%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
61%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pau Wa Lu Middle School's ranking?
Pau Wa Lu Middle School is ranked #390 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pau Wa Lu Middle School?
481 students attend Pau Wa Lu Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pau Wa Lu Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pau Wa Lu Middle School?
Pau Wa Lu Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Pau Wa Lu Middle School offer ?
Pau Wa Lu Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pau Wa Lu Middle School part of?
Pau Wa Lu Middle School is part of Douglas County School District.
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