For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 481 students in Winnemucca, NV.
The top-ranked public middle school in Winnemucca, NV is Winnemucca Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winnemucca, NV public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Nevada public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in Winnemucca have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Winnemucca, NV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winnemucca Junior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
451 Reinhart Street
Winnemucca, NV 89445
(775) 623-8120
Winnemucca, NV 89445
(775) 623-8120
Gr: 7-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Leighton Hall
Alternative School
310 East 4th Street
Winnemucca, NV 89445
(775) 623-6382
Winnemucca, NV 89445
(775) 623-6382
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Winnemucca, NV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Winnemucca, NV include Winnemucca Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Winnemucca?
2 public middle schools are located in Winnemucca.
What is the racial composition of students in Winnemucca?
Winnemucca public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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