Serving 53 students in grades 6-8, Pathways 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathways Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pathways Middle School's student population of 53 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pathways Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathways Middle School is 0.48, 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
#670 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
45%
Black
6%
12%
White
70%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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 Pathways Middle School's ranking?
Pathways Middle School is ranked #670 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pathways Middle School?
53 students attend Pathways Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pathways Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pathways Middle School?
Pathways Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Pathways Middle School offer ?
Pathways Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathways Middle School part of?
Pathways Middle School is part of Nye School District.
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