Chaparral High School is a public high school in Clark County School District located in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is located in the east side of the valley. The school was established in the fall of 1973. Its mascot is Kevin the Cowboy and its school colors are orange, black, and white.
Serving 2,242 students in grades 9-12, Chaparral 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 2% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chaparral High School's student population of 2,242 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Rankings
Chaparral 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 Chaparral 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
#686 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
65%
45%
Black
19%
12%
White
7%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
82%
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 Chaparral High School's ranking?
Chaparral High School is ranked #686 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chaparral High School?
The graduation rate of Chaparral High School is 75%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Chaparral High School?
2,242 students attend Chaparral High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Chaparral High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaparral High School?
Chaparral High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Chaparral High School offer ?
Chaparral High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaparral High School part of?
Chaparral High School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2010
Since the arrival of the principal Kevin McPartlin, the school has made many great steps to strive to their best.
The quality of academic programs have increased even though they haven't cut down on any of the programs as the other schools in this district. They have programs for their seniors to pass classes, proficiencies and to get ahead of the game. Cowboy SPURS, one of their successful programs have helped many seniors create resumes, apply for scholarships and meet with colleges. In fact, the students of this school have won over 3 million dollars worth of scholarships, when in the past year, they have only won 3,000.
Chaparral High School also has the largest music program in all of CCSD. This made them eligible in winning one million dollars from the Women's Philanthropy. They come equiped with a very modernized theater named after the executive producer of CSI, Anthony E. Zuiker.
The awards this year took over two hours to finish. Starting from unexpected Outstanding Senior awards to scholarships prized as much as half a million dollars. A scholarship named after a beloved student, Tanner Chamberlain has also been part of Chaparral High School as of 2010.
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