Serving 603 students in grades 6-8, Carson Valley Middle 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 31% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carson Valley Middle School's student population of 603 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Carson Valley Middle 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 Carson Valley Middle School is 0.51, 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
#231 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
24%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
66%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Carson Valley Middle School's ranking?
Carson Valley Middle School is ranked #231 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Carson Valley Middle School often compared to?
Carson Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gardnerville Elementary School, G. L. Scarselli Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Carson Valley Middle School?
603 students attend Carson Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Carson Valley Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Valley Middle School?
Carson Valley Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Carson Valley Middle School offer ?
Carson Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carson Valley Middle School part of?
Carson Valley Middle School is part of Douglas School District.
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