Serving 1,036 students in grades 6-8, Swainston Theron L 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 8% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 1,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swainston Theron L Middle School's student population of 1,036 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Swainston Theron L 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 Swainston Theron L Middle School is 0.65, 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
#653 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)8%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
51%
45%
Black
29%
12%
White
7%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Swainston Theron L Middle School's ranking?
Swainston Theron L Middle School is ranked #653 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Swainston Theron L Middle School often compared to?
Swainston Theron L Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Priest Richard C Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Swainston Theron L Middle School?
1,036 students attend Swainston Theron L Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Swainston Theron L Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swainston Theron L Middle School?
Swainston Theron L Middle School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Swainston Theron L Middle School offer ?
Swainston Theron L Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swainston Theron L Middle School part of?
Swainston Theron L Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
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