Boulder City High School is a public high school in Boulder City, Nevada, United States. Boulder City High School is part of the Clark County School District.
Serving 616 students in grades 9-12, Boulder City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boulder City High School serves the southern part of its school district in Boulder City, NV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 1,468.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 25.3 miles, and the furthest point reaching up to 55.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boulder City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Boulder City High School's student population of 616 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres (10 ha)
School Rankings
Boulder City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boulder City High School is 0.41, 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
#101 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
75%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
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
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Bald Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boulder City High School's ranking?
Boulder City High School is ranked #101 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Boulder City High School often compared to?
Boulder City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School, Foothill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boulder City High School?
The graduation rate of Boulder City High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Boulder City High School?
616 students attend Boulder City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Boulder City High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boulder City High School?
Boulder City High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boulder City High School offer ?
Boulder City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boulder City High School part of?
Boulder City High School is part of Clark County School District.
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