For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 1,932 students in Lyon County, NV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Lyon County, NV are Smith Valley Schools, Dayton Intermediate School and Silverland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lyon County, NV public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Nevada public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in Lyon County have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Lyon County (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smith Valley Schools
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20 Day Lane
Smith, NV 89430
(775) 465-2332
Smith, NV 89430
(775) 465-2332
Gr: PK-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Dayton Intermediate School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
315 Dayton Valley Road
Dayton, NV 89403
(775) 246-6250
Dayton, NV 89403
(775) 246-6250
Gr: 7-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Silverland Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Jasmine Lane
Fernley, NV 89408
(775) 575-1575
Fernley, NV 89408
(775) 575-1575
Gr: 7-8 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Yerington Intermediate School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 Pearl Street
Yerington, NV 89447
(775) 463-6833
Yerington, NV 89447
(775) 463-6833
Gr: 5-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Silver Stage Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3800 W. Spruce Avenue
Silver Springs, NV 89429
(775) 577-5050
Silver Springs, NV 89429
(775) 577-5050
Gr: 5-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Eagle Ridge High School
Alternative School
3755 W. Spruce Street
Silver Springs, NV 89429
(775) 577-5082
Silver Springs, NV 89429
(775) 577-5082
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Lyon County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 432
Smith, NV 89430
(775) 465-2332
Smith, NV 89430
(775) 465-2332
Gr: 7-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Western Nv Yth Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
Po Box 330
Silver Springs, NV 89429
(775) 577-4200
Silver Springs, NV 89429
(775) 577-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Lyon County, NV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Lyon County, NV include Smith Valley Schools, Dayton Intermediate School and Silverland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Lyon County?
7 public middle schools are located in Lyon County.
What is the racial composition of students in Lyon County?
Lyon County public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Public School Open House & Enrollment Season Guide
A parent-focused guide to the public school open house and enrollment season, with expert questions, timelines, and decision tips.
School Supply Budget 2026: Fees, Books, Tech Costs
School Supply Budget 2026 guide for parents, covering fees, textbooks, technology, and hidden extras to plan ahead.
Education Funding in America (2025 Update)
Comprehensive 2025 update on public school funding in America, new federal and state policies, per-pupil spending, and equity challenges.