- Enrollment
- 2,307
- Students per teacher
- 23.3:1
- Resource Index
- 37/100
Middle school (grades 6-8) · Reno, NV
Darrel Swope Middle School
Federal NCES profile for Darrel Swope Middle School, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 34/100.
2024-25 NCES dataMiddle school (grades 6-8)NCES 320048000206
👥 S:T ratio 0
🌟 Gifted program 70
🎓 Counselors 0
📋 Attendance 67
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
Darrel Swope Middle School earns 34/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 92% of Nevada schools.
- #9 of 10
- middle schools in Reno · Resource Index
- 34
- Resource Index · Typical
- 29.3:1
- large classes for Nevada
- 24.1%
- free-lunch eligible
Darrel Swope Middle School has class sizes larger than 92% of Nevada schools. Computed live against every Nevada school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, Darrel Swope Middle School ranks #9 of 10 middle schools in Reno, NV.
School address
District: Washoe County School District · Nevada
NCES ID 320048000206 Verify on NCES CCD record →
CCD year-over-year · 2022-23 → 2023-24
+52 students YoY
Darrel Swope Middle School grew from 946 students in 2022-23 to 998 in 2023-24 (+5.5%).
Teacher FTE added 35.1 → 36.0 across the same CCD years.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data public-school universe (2022-23, 2023-24).
Growing CCD campus
+52 students YoY 320048000206 · Reno, NV Middle · MID · TRAD
1,027 enr · 29.3:1 · 24.1% lunch · RII 34
Nearest enrollment peer: North Valleys High School (2,307 students)
Darrel Swope Middle School grew from 946 students in 2022-23 to 998 in 2023-24 (+5.5%). Teacher FTE added 35.1 → 36.0 across the same CCD years. Read with this school → · District book → · Nevada schools → · Find another →
Darrel Swope Middle School in the enrollment neighbourhood
Fall enrollment among this campus and nearest district peers
- North Valleys
North Valleys High School
2,307 students
- Spanish Spring
Spanish Springs High School
2,131 students
- Edward C. Reed
Edward C. Reed High School
2,092 students
- Procter R. Hug
Procter R. Hug High School
2,008 students
- Reno High Scho
Reno High School
1,741 students
- This school
Darrel Swope Middle School
1,027 students
What this shows Darrel Swope Middle School reports 1,027 students on the CCD universe file.
How Darrel Swope Middle School compares
Darrel Swope Middle School is a growing campus on CCD: ratios and free-lunch share vs Nevada and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Nevada | Nevada avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 29.3:1 | ▲ 43% | 20.5:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 24.1% | ▼ 69% | 76.8% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 1,027 | top 16% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
29.3:1
Leaner classes than 2% of US schools, heavier class loads than most.
1,027
Bigger than 92% of US schools by enrollment, a large campus nationally.
Equity indicators methodology
Economic need
24.1%
free-lunch eligible
- 69% below the Nevada average of 76.8%
Below the 40% Title I threshold, among the lower-need profiles in the state; federal aid targets individual qualifying students rather than schoolwide programs.
Staffing depth
29.3:1
students per teacher
- 43% above state mean
Top 92% in Nevada - lower ratio than 8% of state schools
Well above 20:1, one of the more stretched staffing loads nationally relative to enrollment.
Engagement
13.1%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
In the 10-15% range, above the pre-pandemic national baseline but within the broader post-pandemic picture.
Funding equity
$10,869
per pupil, district-wide
- below Nevada avg of $16,469
Well below the U.S. average per-pupil spend, a notably leaner funding position that may affect programs, facilities, and staffing.
Support staff
Counselors2.0 FTE
Per 514 students, the combined health-and-guidance staffing load for this school.
Discipline context
51
in-school suspensions + 48 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 5.0 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 9.6 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Student demographics
White 61.6%
Hispanic or Latino 23.2%
Two or More 7.0%
Asian 5.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 1.4%
African American 1.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%
Largest group: White at 61.6% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 55.9/100
Simpson diversity index - at 55.9, Darrel Swope Middle School is about as mixed as the Nevada school average of 56.4.
Programs
Gifted & talented Yes
District finance for Washoe County School District reports $10,869 per pupil (NCES F-33) - open the district page for the full revenue mix.
How Darrel Swope Middle School Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valleys High School | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Spanish Springs High School | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Edward C. Reed High School | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Procter R. Hug High School | Larger | Higher economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Reno High School | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to Darrel Swope Middle School's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 2,131
- Students per teacher
- 24.8:1
- Resource Index
- 27/100
- Enrollment
- 2,092
- Students per teacher
- 24.6:1
- Resource Index
- 29/100
- Enrollment
- 2,008
- Students per teacher
- 22.3:1
- Resource Index
- 38/100
- Enrollment
- 1,741
- Students per teacher
- 24.2:1
- Resource Index
- 30/100
Nationwide middle schools with similar size or staffing
Out-of-state peers matched by enrollment and by student-teacher ratio, not the same-city or same-district lists above.
Similar enrollment (~1,027 students)
Frequently asked questions about Darrel Swope Middle School
How many students attend Darrel Swope Middle School?
Darrel Swope Middle School has 1,027 students enrolled. It is a middle school in Reno, NV. CCD year-over-year: 946 (2022-23) → 998 (2023-24), up 52.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Darrel Swope Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Darrel Swope Middle School is 29.3:1, which is 43% higher than the Nevada average of 20.5:1 and 87% higher than the national average of 15.7:1.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at Darrel Swope Middle School?
24.1% of students at Darrel Swope Middle School are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Nevada average of 76.8%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of Darrel Swope Middle School?
The largest demographic group at Darrel Swope Middle School is White at 61.6% of enrollment, in Reno, NV. Its student body is more racially and ethnically mixed than most US schools, with a diversity index of 55.9/100.
What is the Resource Investment Index for Darrel Swope Middle School?
Darrel Swope Middle School has a Resource Investment Index of 34/100 (typical reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 4 factors: student-teacher ratio, gifted-program reporting, counselor availability, chronic absenteeism. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does Darrel Swope Middle School rank among middle schools in Reno?
By Resource Investment Index, Darrel Swope Middle School ranks #9 of 10 middle schools in Reno, NV. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all middle schools in Reno on the city page.
What other schools are in Washoe County School District?
Besides Darrel Swope Middle School, Washoe County School District also operates North Valleys High School (2,307 students), Spanish Springs High School (2,131 students), and Edward C. Reed High School (2,092 students). See the Washoe County School District district page for the complete list.