Below Average
#616 of 691 schools in NV
Cortney Francis H Jhs
Middle School · Clark County
5301 E Hacienda Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89122
Enrollment
1,017
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,017
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#616 of 691
In Las Vegas
#263 of 302
public schools
In district
#321 of 364
Clark County
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Cortney Francis H Jhs
Middle School in Las Vegas · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cortney Francis H Jhs
Cortney Francis H Jhs is a public middle school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Cortney Francis H Jhs serves approximately 1,017 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cortney Francis H Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #616 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Cortney Francis H Jhs show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NV avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cortney Francis H Jhs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Cortney Francis H Jhs runs 23.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
66% of students at Cortney Francis H 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
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Cortney Francis H Jhs — Students at Cortney Francis H Jhs score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.1/10.
How Cortney Francis H Jhs Compares
See how Cortney Francis H Jhs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5301 E Hacienda Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cortney Francis H Jhs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Explore Knowledge Academy J-SHS (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is White Thurman Academy of the Arts MS (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Henderson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Treem Harriet ES (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Henderson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cowan Sunset Southeast HS Las Vegas | 0.6 mi | — |
| Cowan Academic Center J-SHS Las Vegas | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Harmon Harley ES Las Vegas | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| White Thurman Academy of the Arts MS Henderson | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Treem Harriet ES Henderson | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Thorpe Jim ES Henderson | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Southeast Career Technical Academy HS Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Ullom J M ES Las Vegas | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Whitney ES Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Bailey Sister Robert Joseph ES Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Silver Sands Montessori Henderson | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Explore Knowledge Academy ES Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Explore Knowledge Academy J-SHS Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Sports Leadership and Management Academy Henderson | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| STRONG GENERATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Henderson | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Cunningham Cynthia ES Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Ferron William E ES Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| AMERICAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Henderson | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Tomiyasu Bill Y ES Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,357
Median Home Value
$285,600
Median Rent
$1,379/mo
Population
53,075
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
38
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| Spring Creek Middle School Spring Creek, NV | 4.4 |
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| Bailey Dr William H MS Las Vegas, NV | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cortney Francis H Jhs
What grades does Cortney Francis H Jhs serve?
Cortney Francis H Jhs serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cortney Francis H Jhs?
Cortney Francis H Jhs has an enrollment of approximately 1,017 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cortney Francis H Jhs?
The student-teacher ratio at Cortney Francis H Jhs is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cortney Francis H Jhs rank in NV?
Cortney Francis H Jhs ranks #616 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Cortney Francis H Jhs's MySchoolScout rating?
Cortney Francis H Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Cortney Francis H Jhs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cortney Francis H Jhs has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cortney Francis H Jhs a charter school?
No, Cortney Francis H Jhs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cortney Francis H Jhs a Title I school?
No, Cortney Francis H Jhs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cortney Francis H Jhs?
100.0% of students at Cortney Francis H 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,017
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.5%
- Phone
- (702) 799-2400
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #321 of 364
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