Carson High School

1111 N. Saliman Rd.
Carson City, NV 89701
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 2,276 students in grades 9-12, Carson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,276 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 89% (Top 50% in NV)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Carson High School's student population of 2,276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,276 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
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School Rankings

Carson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson High School is 0.58, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NV)
#274 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
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22%
26%
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49%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
2%
5%
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Hispanic
47%
44%
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Black
1%
12%
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White
45%
29%
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Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.58
This chart display the diversity score of Carson High School and the public school average diversity score of Nevada by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
89%
80%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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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 Carson High School's ranking?
Carson High School is ranked #274 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Carson High School often compared to?
Carson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carson High School?
The graduation rate of Carson High School is 89%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Carson High School?
2,276 students attend Carson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Carson High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Carson High School offer ?
Carson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carson High School part of?
Carson High School is part of Carson City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,276 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 89% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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