- Enrollment
- 2,307
- Students per teacher
- 23.3:1
- Resource Index
- 37/100
Middle school (grades 6-8) · Sparks, NV
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy
Federal NCES profile for George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 42/100.
2024-25 NCES dataMiddle school (grades 6-8)NCES 320048000216
👥 S:T ratio 28
🌟 Gifted program 70
🎓 Counselors 59
📋 Attendance 10
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy earns 42/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes near the Nevada median.
- #2 of 5
- middle schools in Sparks · Resource Index
- 42
- Resource Index · Typical
- 18:1
- students per teacher
- 94.7%
- free-lunch eligible
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy has class sizes near the Nevada median. Computed live against every Nevada school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy ranks #2 of 5 middle schools in Sparks, NV.
School address
District: Washoe County School District · Nevada
NCES ID 320048000216 Verify on NCES CCD record →
CCD year-over-year · 2022-23 → 2023-24
-19 students YoY
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy held near 598 students from 2022-23 to 2023-24 (-19 headcount).
Teacher FTE held 34.0 → 34.0 across the same CCD years.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data public-school universe (2022-23, 2023-24).
Steady CCD campus
-19 students YoY 320048000216 · Sparks, NV Middle · MID · TRAD
613 enr · 18:1 · 94.7% lunch · RII 42
Nearest enrollment peer: North Valleys High School (2,307 students)
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy held near 598 students from 2022-23 to 2023-24 (-19 headcount). Teacher FTE held 34.0 → 34.0 across the same CCD years. Read with this school → · District book → · Nevada schools → · Find another →
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy 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 613
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy
613 students
What this shows George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy reports 613 students on the CCD universe file.
How George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy compares
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy held steady on CCD headcount: ratios and free-lunch share vs Nevada and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Nevada | Nevada avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 18:1 | ▼ 12% | 20.5:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 94.7% | ▲ 23% | 76.8% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 613 | top 36% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
18:1
Leaner classes than 24% of US schools, heavier class loads than most.
613
Bigger than 74% of US schools by enrollment, mid-sized for the country.
Equity indicators methodology
Economic need
94.7%
free-lunch eligible
- 23% above the Nevada average of 76.8%
Above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
18:1
students per teacher
- 12% below state mean
Top 48% in Nevada - lower ratio than 52% of state schools
Between 16:1 and 20:1, squarely in the typical U.S. public-school staffing range.
Engagement
35.9%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
At or above 20%, the commonly used threshold for "high" chronic absenteeism, signaling significant barriers to regular attendance.
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
Counselors3.0 FTE
Per 204 students, the combined health-and-guidance staffing load for this school.
Discipline context
11
in-school suspensions + 154 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 1.8 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 26.9 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Student demographics
Hispanic or Latino 67.6%
White 17.5%
Two or More 5.4%
African American 5.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 2.6%
Asian 1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.5%
Largest group: Hispanic or Latino at 67.6% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 50.6/100
Simpson diversity index - at 50.6, George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy is less mixed than 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 George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valleys High School | Larger | Lower economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Spanish Springs High School | Larger | Lower economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Edward C. Reed High School | Larger | Lower economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Procter R. Hug High School | Larger | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Reno High School | Larger | Lower economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy'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 (~613 students)
Frequently asked questions about George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy
How many students attend George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy?
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy has 613 students enrolled. It is a middle school in Sparks, NV. CCD year-over-year: 617 (2022-23) → 598 (2023-24), nearly flat (-19).
What is the student-teacher ratio at George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy is 18:1, which is 12% lower than the Nevada average of 20.5:1 and 15% higher than the national average of 15.7:1. Lower ratios generally mean more individual attention per student.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy?
94.7% of students at George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Nevada average of 76.8%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy?
The largest demographic group at George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy is Hispanic or Latino at 67.6% of enrollment, in Sparks, NV. Its student body is more racially and ethnically mixed than most US schools, with a diversity index of 50.6/100.
What is the Resource Investment Index for George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy?
George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy has a Resource Investment Index of 42/100 (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 George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy rank among middle schools in Sparks?
By Resource Investment Index, George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy ranks #2 of 5 middle schools in Sparks, 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 Sparks on the city page.
What other schools are in Washoe County School District?
Besides George L. Dilworth S.T.E.M Academy, 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.