Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, Orr William E 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 7% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orr William E Middle School's student population of 919 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Orr William E Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orr William E Middle School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
51%
46%
Black
32%
12%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orr William E Middle School's ranking?
Orr William E Middle School is ranked #650 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Orr William E Middle School often compared to?
Orr William E Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith J D Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Orr William E Middle School?
919 students attend Orr William E Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Orr William E Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orr William E Middle School?
Orr William E Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orr William E Middle School offer ?
Orr William E Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orr William E Middle School part of?
Orr William E Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
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