Serving 839 students in grades 6-8, Cannon Helen C Jhs 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 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cannon Helen C Jhs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cannon Helen C Jhs's student population of 839 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
839 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cannon Helen C Jhs 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 Jhs is 0.51, 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
#576 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
68%
44%
Black
13%
12%
White
9%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cannon Helen C Jhs's ranking?
Cannon Helen C Jhs is ranked #576 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 26% NV state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Cannon Helen C Jhs?
839 students attend Cannon Helen C Jhs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Cannon Helen C Jhs students are Hispanic, 13% 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 grades does Cannon Helen C Jhs offer ?
Cannon Helen C Jhs offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cannon Helen C Jhs part of?
Cannon Helen C Jhs is part of Clark County School District.
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