Serving 730 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 12% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Helen C Cannon Junior High School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 11 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.2 miles and the furthest edge extending to 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cannon Helen C Junior High School's student population of 730 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Motto
One Team. One Dream.
School Rankings
Cannon Helen C Junior 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 Cannon Helen C Junior High School is 0.49, 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
#577 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
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
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cannon Helen C Junior High School's ranking?
Cannon Helen C Junior High School is ranked #577 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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?
730 students attend Cannon Helen C Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cannon Helen C Junior High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
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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