Serving 171 students in grades 6-12, Sandy Valley 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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: 171 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Valley J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Sandy Valley J-shs's student population of 171 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Valley 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 Sandy Valley J-shs is 0.62, 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
#503 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
47%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
40%
29%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Valley J-shs's ranking?
Sandy Valley J-shs is ranked #503 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandy Valley J-shs?
The graduation rate of Sandy Valley J-shs is 80%, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Sandy Valley J-shs?
171 students attend Sandy Valley J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sandy Valley J-shs students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Sandy Valley J-shs offer ?
Sandy Valley J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Sandy Valley J-shs part of?
Sandy Valley J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
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