Serving 258 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Henderson ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Henderson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nevada State High School Henderson's student population of 258 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Henderson ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevada State High School Henderson is 0.65, 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
#38 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
25%
44%
Black
3%
12%
White
52%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Nevada State High School Henderson's ranking?
Nevada State High School Henderson is ranked #38 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Nevada State High School Henderson often compared to?
Nevada State High School Hendersonis often viewed alongside schools like College Of So Nv High School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Henderson?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Henderson is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Henderson?
258 students attend Nevada State High School Henderson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nevada State High School Henderson students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Nevada State High School Henderson offer ?
Nevada State High School Henderson offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Nevada State High School Henderson part of?
Nevada State High School Henderson is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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