Serving 1,014 students in grades 6-8, Cortney Francis H Junior High 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 27% (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 91% 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: 1,014 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cortney Francis H Junior High School's student population of 1,014 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,014 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
BE responsible, BE motivated, BE ready, and BE.
School Rankings
Cortney Francis H Junior High 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 Cortney Francis H Junior High School is 0.65, 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
#613 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
52%
46%
Black
26%
12%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.7%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cobras
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cortney Francis H Junior High School's ranking?
Cortney Francis H Junior High School is ranked #613 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Cortney Francis H Junior High School often compared to?
Cortney Francis H Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Thurman Academy Of The Arts 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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Cortney Francis H Junior High School?
1,014 students attend Cortney Francis H Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cortney Francis H Junior High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cortney Francis H Junior High School?
Cortney Francis H Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cortney Francis H Junior High School offer ?
Cortney Francis H Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cortney Francis H Junior High School part of?
Cortney Francis H Junior High School is part of Clark County School District.
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