Serving 1,533 students in grades 6-8, White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 64% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School's student population of 1,533 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School is 0.69, 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
#186 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
47%
45%
Black
10%
12%
White
28%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
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 White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School's ranking?
White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School is ranked #186 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
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 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School?
1,533 students attend White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School?
White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School offer ?
White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School part of?
White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School located?
White Thurman Academy Of The Arts Middle School is located in the Whitney Ranch neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Whitney Ranch.
School Reviews
5 3/15/2021
It's a really good school, that's why is the top 20 middle school.
4 10/16/2020
Good school, highly recommend for kids wanting to pursue a career in the performing arts.
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