Mcdermitt High School

100 Olavarria Street
Mc Dermitt, NV 89421
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 28 students in grades 9-12, Mcdermitt High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 28 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in NV)
  • : Top 20%
  • : <50% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mcdermitt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

School Overview

Mcdermitt High School's student population of 28 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
28 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
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School Rankings

Mcdermitt High School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdermitt High School is 0.35, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#102 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
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<50%
26%
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≥50%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
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16:1
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American Indian
79%
1%
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Asian
n/a
5%
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Hispanic
14%
44%
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Black
n/a
12%
White
7%
29%
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Hawaiian
n/a
2%
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Two or more races
n/a
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.35
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≥50%
80%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mcdermitt High School's ranking?
Mcdermitt High School is ranked #102 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcdermitt High School?
The graduation rate of Mcdermitt High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Mcdermitt High School?
28 students attend Mcdermitt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mcdermitt High School students are American Indian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What grades does Mcdermitt High School offer ?
Mcdermitt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mcdermitt High School part of?
Mcdermitt High School is part of Humboldt County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 28 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : <50% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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