Serving 254 students in grades 6-8, Mackey Jo Middle School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mackey Jo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mackey Jo Middle School's student population of 254 students has grown by 179% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Mackey Jo 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 Mackey Jo Middle School is 0.67, 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
#232 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
45%
45%
Black
35%
12%
White
8%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Mackey Jo Middle School's ranking?
Mackey Jo Middle School is ranked #232 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Mackey Jo Middle School?
254 students attend Mackey Jo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mackey Jo Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mackey Jo Middle School?
Mackey Jo Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Mackey Jo Middle School offer ?
Mackey Jo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mackey Jo Middle School part of?
Mackey Jo Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
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