Middle Schools in Churchill

The Churchill County School District has only one middle school, Churchill County Middle School, serving grades 6-8. This school faces significant academic challenges, with proficiency rates well below the statewide averages in mathematics, reading, and science.

Despite serving a diverse student population, with 24.7% Hispanic and 5.67% Native American students, Churchill County Middle School's academic performance is concerning. Only 15.9% of students are proficient or better in mathematics, compared to the 31.3% statewide average. In reading, 31.2% are proficient or better, versus 41% statewide. The school's science proficiency rate of 30.4% is slightly better than the 26% state average, but still lags behind. With 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the school serves a predominantly low-income community, which may contribute to these academic challenges.

The school's funding, at $9,567 per student, is slightly above the state average, suggesting that resources alone may not be the primary driver of the academic underperformance. The school's statewide ranking has also declined, from 93rd out of 145 middle schools in 2020-2021 to 110th out of 152 in 2022-2023, indicating a concerning trend of declining performance relative to other schools in Nevada. Addressing the root causes of this academic underperformance, such as instructional quality, teacher effectiveness, and school climate, will be crucial for supporting student success at Churchill County Middle School.