Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students
n/a
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Communication - Academics - Rigor - Success - Opportunity - Network!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carson Adult High School is 0.57, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
53%
45%
Black
3%
12%
White
39%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Carson Adult High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What school district is Carson Adult High School part of?
Carson Adult High School is part of Carson City School District.
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