Serving 1,486 students in grades 9-12, Earl Wooster 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 17% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,486 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Earl Wooster High School's student population of 1,486 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Earl Wooster 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 Earl Wooster High School is 0.50, 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
#423 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
69%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
16%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Earl Wooster High School's ranking?
Earl Wooster High School is ranked #423 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Earl Wooster High School often compared to?
Earl Wooster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Damonte Ranch High School, Robert Mcqueen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Earl Wooster High School?
The graduation rate of Earl Wooster High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Earl Wooster High School?
1,486 students attend Earl Wooster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Earl Wooster High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Earl Wooster High School offer ?
Earl Wooster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Earl Wooster High School part of?
Earl Wooster High School is part of Washoe County School District.
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