Below Average
#559 of 691 schools in NV
Mack Jerome MS
Middle School · Clark County
4250 Karen Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89121
Enrollment
956
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
956
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#559 of 691
In Las Vegas
#244 of 302
public schools
In district
#295 of 364
Clark County
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Mack Jerome MS
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About Mack Jerome MS
Mack Jerome MS is a public middle school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Mack Jerome MS serves approximately 956 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mack Jerome MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #559 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Mack Jerome MS show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NV avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mack Jerome MS 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.
Mack Jerome MS runs 22.2:1 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.
73% of students at Mack Jerome MS 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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Mack Jerome MS — Students at Mack Jerome MS score 16% 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: 7.3/10.
How Mack Jerome MS Compares
See how Mack Jerome MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4250 Karen Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mack Jerome MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mater Mountain Vista (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early Childhood ES (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ferron William E ES (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dearing Laura ES Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Long Walter V ES Las Vegas | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Snyder William E ES Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Mater Mountain Vista Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Harris George E ES Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Beckley Will ES Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Smith Hal ES Las Vegas | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Chaparral HS Las Vegas | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Wengert Cyril ES Las Vegas | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Moore William K ES Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Young Women's Leadership Academy of Las Vegas Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Desert Willow J-SHS Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | — |
| Miley Achievement Center ES Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | — |
| Miley Achievement Ctr J-SHS Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Miller John F Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Edwards Elbert ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Ferron William E ES Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Early Childhood ES Las Vegas | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Adult Education Programs Las Vegas | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Equipo Academy Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,667
Median Home Value
$288,400
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
67,090
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mack Jerome MS
What grades does Mack Jerome MS serve?
Mack Jerome MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mack Jerome MS?
Mack Jerome MS has an enrollment of approximately 956 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mack Jerome MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Mack Jerome MS is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mack Jerome MS rank in NV?
Mack Jerome MS ranks #559 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Mack Jerome MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Mack Jerome MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mack Jerome MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mack Jerome MS has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mack Jerome MS a charter school?
No, Mack Jerome MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mack Jerome MS a Title I school?
No, Mack Jerome MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mack Jerome MS?
100.0% of students at Mack Jerome MS 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
- 956
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.4%
- Phone
- (702) 799-2005
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #295 of 364
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