Serving 3,231 students in grades 9-12, Desert Pines High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,231 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Pines High School's student population of 3,231 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desert Pines High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Pines High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#644 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
76%
44%
Black
16%
12%
White
4%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Pines High School's ranking?
Desert Pines High School is ranked #644 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Pines High School?
The graduation rate of Desert Pines High School is 74%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Desert Pines High School?
3,231 students attend Desert Pines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Desert Pines High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Desert Pines High School offer ?
Desert Pines High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Desert Pines High School part of?
Desert Pines High School is part of Clark County School District.
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