Serving 31 students in grades 9-12, Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 48%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School's student population of 31 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School is 0.37, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
78%
45%
Black
16%
12%
White
3%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School?
The graduation rate of Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School?
31 students attend Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School offer ?
Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School part of?
Burk Horizon-southwest Sunset High School is part of Clark County School District.
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