Serving 2,761 students in grades 9-12, Western 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 4% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western High School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western High School's student population of 2,761 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,761 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western 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 Western High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#677 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
77%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
83%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western High School's ranking?
Western High School is ranked #677 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western High School?
The graduation rate of Western High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Western High School?
2,761 students attend Western High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Western High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western High School?
Western High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western High School offer ?
Western High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western High School part of?
Western High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Western High School located?
Western High School is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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