Serving 782 students in grades 6-8, Cannon Helen C Junior 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 11% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cannon Helen C Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cannon Helen C Junior High School's student population of 782 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Cannon Helen C Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cannon Helen C Junior High School is 0.54, 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
#587 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
66%
45%
Black
15%
12%
White
9%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 is Cannon Helen C Junior High School's ranking?
Cannon Helen C Junior High School is ranked #587 out of 692 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Cannon Helen C Junior High School?
782 students attend Cannon Helen C Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cannon Helen C Junior High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cannon Helen C Junior High School?
Cannon Helen C Junior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Cannon Helen C Junior High School offer ?
Cannon Helen C Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cannon Helen C Junior High School part of?
Cannon Helen C Junior High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cannon Helen C Junior High School located?
Cannon Helen C Junior High School is located in the Downtown South neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown South.
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