Serving 3,011 students in grades 9-12, Desert Pines 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 4% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,011 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Pines High School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Pines High School's student population of 3,011 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,011 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Desert Pines 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 Desert Pines High School is 0.39, 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
#677 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
77%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
15%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
3%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Graduation Rate
86%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Pines High School's ranking?
Desert Pines High School is ranked #677 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Desert Pines High School often compared to?
Desert Pines High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Pines High School?
The graduation rate of Desert Pines High School is 86%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Desert Pines High School?
3,011 students attend Desert Pines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Desert Pines High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Pines High School?
Desert Pines High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Pines High School offer ?
Desert Pines High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Pines High School part of?
Desert Pines High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Pines High School located?
Desert Pines High School is located in the East Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 28 other public schools located in East Las Vegas.
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