Serving 489 students in grades 7-8, Winnemucca Junior High 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 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winnemucca Junior High School's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winnemucca Junior High 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 Winnemucca Junior High School is 0.55, 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
#307 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
54%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Winnemucca Junior High School's ranking?
Winnemucca Junior High School is ranked #307 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Winnemucca Junior High School?
489 students attend Winnemucca Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Winnemucca Junior High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winnemucca Junior High School?
Winnemucca Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Winnemucca Junior High School offer ?
Winnemucca Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Winnemucca Junior High School part of?
Winnemucca Junior High School is part of Humboldt School District.
School Reviews
2 2/16/2009
1. Quality of academic programs = MODERATE
2. Availability extracurricular activities = POOR
3. Academic or athletic awards = VERY POOR
4. Facilities = MODERATE
5. Level of parent involvement = NOT ENCOURAGED / POOR
6. OTHER;
Severe bullying problems and poor leadership combined with small town favoritism make this the worst school many parents and students will hopefully ever have to attend.
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