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Brown B Mahlon Jhs

Middle School · Clark County

307 Cannes St, Henderson, NV 89015

Enrollment

779

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#454 of 691

In Henderson

#48 of 55

public schools

In district

#237 of 364

Clark County

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Brown B Mahlon Jhs

5.6/10

Middle School in Henderson · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sewell C T ES

4.7/10

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6.4/10

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About Brown B Mahlon Jhs

Brown B Mahlon Jhs is a public middle school in Henderson, NV, part of Clark County. Brown B Mahlon Jhs serves approximately 779 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown B Mahlon Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Brown B Mahlon Jhs show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NV avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Brown B Mahlon Jhs were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.1% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.2% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg-15.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,569
Chronic Absenteeism48.4%

Brown B Mahlon Jhs — Students at Brown B Mahlon Jhs score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (2025 SBAC)

Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
58%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
41%
2025
Math
20.1%
ELA
40.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.

How Brown B Mahlon Jhs Compares

See how Brown B Mahlon Jhs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in NV
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

Location

307 Cannes St, Henderson, NV 89015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brown B Mahlon Jhs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. McCaw Gordon ES (rated 9.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stevens Josh ES (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newton Ulis ES (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Henderson, see our Henderson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Sewell C T ES Henderson 0.8 mi 4.7
Legacy Traditional School Cadence Henderson 0.9 mi 6.4
Basic Academy of Int'l Studies HS Henderson 1.3 mi 4.2
LAKE MEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Henderson 1.2 mi 5.9
Taylor Robert L ES Henderson 1.4 mi 4.6
Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Cadence Henderson 1.5 mi 6.8
Pinecrest Academy Virtual Henderson 1.5 mi
Signature Preparatory Henderson 1.6 mi 7.8
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson Henderson 2.0 mi 6.9
Stevens Josh ES Henderson 2.3 mi 8.9
Morrow Sue H ES Henderson 2.3 mi 7.2
Pinecrest Academy of Nevada Horizon Henderson 2.4 mi 8.4
McCaw Gordon ES Henderson 2.2 mi 9.6
Coral Academy Cadence Henderson 2.2 mi
Newton Ulis ES Henderson 2.8 mi 8.6
Burkholder Lyal MS Henderson 2.6 mi 6.0
College of So NV HS South Henderson 3.1 mi 8.1
Hinman Edna F ES Henderson 2.6 mi 5.7
Dooley John ES Henderson 3.2 mi 6.6
Foothill HS Henderson 3.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,300

Median Home Value

$373,700

Median Rent

$1,324/mo

Population

43,762

College Educated

20.1%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brown B Mahlon Jhs

What grades does Brown B Mahlon Jhs serve?

Brown B Mahlon Jhs serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Brown B Mahlon Jhs?

Brown B Mahlon Jhs has an enrollment of approximately 779 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown B Mahlon Jhs?

The student-teacher ratio at Brown B Mahlon Jhs is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brown B Mahlon Jhs rank in NV?

Brown B Mahlon Jhs ranks #454 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Brown B Mahlon Jhs's MySchoolScout rating?

Brown B Mahlon Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brown B Mahlon Jhs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown B Mahlon Jhs has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brown B Mahlon Jhs a charter school?

No, Brown B Mahlon Jhs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brown B Mahlon Jhs a Title I school?

No, Brown B Mahlon Jhs is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown B Mahlon Jhs?

100.0% of students at Brown B Mahlon Jhs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
779
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

District

Clark County
District Enrollment
309,394
Schools in District
383
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,569
District Rank
#237 of 364

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