French Ford Middle School

5495 Palisade Drive
Winnemucca, NV 89445
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 438 students in grades 5-6, French Ford Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 50% in NV
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

School Overview

French Ford Middle School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
438 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold

School Rankings

French Ford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of French Ford Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NV)
#330 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
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29%
30%
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38%
44%
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15%
26%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
6%
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Hispanic
39%
46%
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White
57%
26%
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Two or more races
2%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.53
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(22-23)
37.2%
38.5%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
81%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is French Ford Middle School's ranking?
French Ford Middle School is ranked #330 out of 684 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend French Ford Middle School?
438 students attend French Ford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of French Ford Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of French Ford Middle School?
French Ford Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does French Ford Middle School offer ?
French Ford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is French Ford Middle School part of?
French Ford Middle School is part of Humboldt School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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