Serving 918 students in grades 6-8, Desert Skies 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 9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Skies Middle School's student population of 918 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Desert Skies Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Skies Middle School is 0.43, 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
#616 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
73%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
19%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
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 Desert Skies Middle School's ranking?
Desert Skies Middle School is ranked #616 out of 692 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Desert Skies Middle School?
918 students attend Desert Skies Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Desert Skies Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Skies Middle School?
Desert Skies Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Desert Skies Middle School offer ?
Desert Skies Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Skies Middle School part of?
Desert Skies Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
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