Serving 1,858 students in grades 9-12, Bonanza 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 8% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 1,858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonanza High School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonanza High School's student population of 1,858 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,858 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonanza 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 Bonanza High School is 0.56, 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
#647 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Brown, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonanza High School's ranking?
Bonanza High School is ranked #647 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bonanza High School?
The graduation rate of Bonanza High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Bonanza High School?
1,858 students attend Bonanza High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bonanza High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonanza High School?
Bonanza High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bonanza High School offer ?
Bonanza High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonanza High School part of?
Bonanza High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bonanza High School located?
Bonanza High School is located in the Charleston neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Charleston.
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