FRANCIS H CORTNEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Francis H Cortney Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 1,219 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 49 teachers, Francis H Cortney Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Francis H. Cortney Junior High School (often referred to as Cortney Middle School) is a public school located in the Whitney neighborhood of Las Vegas, Nevada. As part of the Clark County School District, the school serves students in grades 6 through 8. Its curriculum focuses on preparing adolescents for the transition to high school by offering a standard middle school core—including English, mathematics, science, and social studies—alongside various elective opportunities designed to foster student engagement.

The school is situated in an accessible area of the Southeast valley, providing a central educational hub for the local residential community. Like many schools in the Clark County system, Cortney Junior High emphasizes academic development and social-emotional growth, working to provide extracurricular programs and support services to help students navigate their middle school years. For the most current information regarding specific academic programs, extracurricular activities, or performance ratings, it is recommended to visit the official Clark County School District website or the school's specific portal.

For more information, contact Francis H Cortney Junior High School at (702) 799-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.