Serving 712 students in grades 6-8, Yvonne Shaw Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 34% 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: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yvonne Shaw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Yvonne Shaw Middle School's student population of 712 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yvonne Shaw Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yvonne Shaw Middle School is 0.53, 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
#115 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
19%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
66%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yvonne Shaw Middle School's ranking?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School is ranked #115 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Yvonne Shaw Middle School?
712 students attend Yvonne Shaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Yvonne Shaw Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yvonne Shaw Middle School?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Yvonne Shaw Middle School offer ?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Yvonne Shaw Middle School part of?
Yvonne Shaw Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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