Serving 95 students in grades 6-8, Virginia City Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (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 14:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 95 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Virginia City Middle School's student population of 95 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Virginia City Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia City Middle School is 0.27, 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
#209 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
85%
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
34%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia City Middle School's ranking?
Virginia City Middle School is ranked #209 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Virginia City Middle School?
95 students attend Virginia City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Virginia City Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virginia City Middle School?
Virginia City Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Virginia City Middle School offer ?
Virginia City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Virginia City Middle School part of?
Virginia City Middle School is part of Storey County School District.
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