Summary:
The city of Fernley, Nevada is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The schools in this Lyon district serve a diverse student population, with a majority of White students and significant Hispanic/Latino representation.
East Valley Elementary School stands out as a high-performing school, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in the state and earning 4 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Fernley High School and Fernley Intermediate School appear to be underperforming, with Fernley High School ranked in the bottom quarter of Nevada high schools for the past three years.
The data reveals significant variation in school performance within the Fernley district, with East Valley Elementary excelling in areas like math and reading proficiency, while Fernley High School and Fernley Intermediate lag behind state averages. Additionally, the high free/reduced lunch rates across the schools, particularly at Cottonwood Elementary and Fernley Intermediate, suggest potential equity concerns and the need for targeted interventions to address disparities in educational outcomes.
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