Serving 658 students in grades 5-6, Fernley Intermediate 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 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 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: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernley Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fernley Intermediate School's student population of 658 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Every Student… Every Classroom… Every Day
School Rankings
Fernley Intermediate 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 Fernley Intermediate School is 0.59, 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
#346 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
57%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernley Intermediate School's ranking?
Fernley Intermediate School is ranked #346 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Fernley Intermediate School often compared to?
Fernley Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Stage Middle School, Alyce Taylor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Fernley Intermediate School?
658 students attend Fernley Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Fernley Intermediate School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernley Intermediate School?
Fernley Intermediate School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fernley Intermediate School offer ?
Fernley Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernley Intermediate School part of?
Fernley Intermediate School is part of Lyon School District.
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