Basic Academy of International Studies is a public high school with a magnet program. It is part of the Clark County School District. It was the first high school in Henderson, Nevada, United States.
Serving 2,395 students in grades 9-12, Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies 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 9% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School's student population of 2,395 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1942
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies 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 Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#601 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
41%
46%
Black
18%
12%
White
25%
26%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School's ranking?
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School is ranked #601 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School often compared to?
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School?
The graduation rate of Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School is 93%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School?
2,395 students attend Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School?
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School offer ?
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School part of?
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School located?
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School is located in the Valley View neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley View.
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