Douglas High School is a public secondary school in Minden, Nevada, U.S., in the Douglas County School District. The school has existed at a number of locations during its history, including the site of the current Carson Valley Middle School. It has been located on Highway 88 in Minden since 1976.
Serving 1,510 students in grades 9-12, Douglas 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 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 654.4 square miles in Minden, NV, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 18.8 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 37.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas High School's student population of 1,510 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Douglas 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 Douglas High School is 0.51, 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
#233 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
24%
46%
Black
n/a
12%
White
66%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas High School's ranking?
Douglas High School is ranked #233 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Douglas High School often compared to?
Douglas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Tahoe High School, George Whittell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglas High School?
The graduation rate of Douglas High School is 92%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Douglas High School?
1,510 students attend Douglas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Douglas High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas High School?
Douglas High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Douglas High School offer ?
Douglas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas High School part of?
Douglas High School is part of Douglas School District.
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