Serving 365 students in grades 6-12, Laughlin J-shs 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laughlin J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laughlin J-shs's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laughlin J-shs 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 Laughlin J-shs is 0.66, 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
#601 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
41%
44%
Black
10%
12%
White
40%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laughlin J-shs's ranking?
Laughlin J-shs is ranked #601 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laughlin J-shs?
The graduation rate of Laughlin J-shs is 70-79%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Laughlin J-shs?
365 students attend Laughlin J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Laughlin J-shs students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Laughlin J-shs offer ?
Laughlin J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Laughlin J-shs part of?
Laughlin J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
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