Serving 65 students in grades 6-8, Round Mountain 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Round Mountain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Round Mountain Middle School's student population of 65 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 78% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Round Mountain 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 Round Mountain Middle School is 0.44, 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
#511 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
74%
28%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Round Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Round Mountain Middle School is ranked #511 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Round Mountain Middle School?
65 students attend Round Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Round Mountain Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Round Mountain Middle School?
Round Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Round Mountain Middle School offer ?
Round Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Round Mountain Middle School part of?
Round Mountain Middle School is part of Nye County School District.
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