Serving 1,065 students in grades 6-8, William Obrien 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 9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Obrien Middle School's student population of 1,065 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Obrien 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 William Obrien Middle School is 0.61, 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
#616 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
57%
44%
Black
3%
12%
White
25%
28%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Obrien Middle School's ranking?
William Obrien Middle School is ranked #616 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are William Obrien Middle School often compared to?
William Obrien Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cold Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend William Obrien Middle School?
1,065 students attend William Obrien Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of William Obrien Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Obrien Middle School?
William Obrien Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does William Obrien Middle School offer ?
William Obrien Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William Obrien Middle School part of?
William Obrien Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is William Obrien Middle School located?
William Obrien Middle School is located in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in North Valleys.
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