Robert McQueen High School is a public secondary school in Reno, Nevada, United States. It is part of the Washoe County School District.
Serving 1,737 students in grades 9-12, Robert Mcqueen High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Mcqueen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert Mcqueen High School's student population of 1,737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1982
School Rankings
Robert Mcqueen High School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Mcqueen High School is 0.64, 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
#123 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
28%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
53%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Mcqueen High School's ranking?
Robert Mcqueen High School is ranked #123 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Robert Mcqueen High School often compared to?
Robert Mcqueen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reno High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert Mcqueen High School?
The graduation rate of Robert Mcqueen High School is 91%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Robert Mcqueen High School?
1,737 students attend Robert Mcqueen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Robert Mcqueen High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Mcqueen High School?
Robert Mcqueen High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Robert Mcqueen High School offer ?
Robert Mcqueen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Mcqueen High School part of?
Robert Mcqueen High School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert Mcqueen High School located?
Robert Mcqueen High School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.
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