The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the Nevada state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Nevada state average of 61%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (10-11)
15 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
(10-11)13%
1%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
6%
Hispanic
(10-11)20%
39%
Black
(10-11)n/a
10%
White
(10-11)67%
39%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(10-11)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
27%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NV state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% NV state average).
How many students attend Gerlach Middle School?
15 students attend Gerlach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gerlach Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Gerlach Middle School offer ?
Gerlach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gerlach Middle School part of?
Gerlach Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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