Durango High School is a public high school in Spring Valley, Nevada, USA, with an enrollment of approximately 2600 students. It is a part of the Area 4 region of the Clark County School District, which is the fifth largest school district in the United States.
Serving 2,322 students in grades 9-12, Durango 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 13% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Durango High School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an area of approximately 26 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durango High School's student population of 2,322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We, the Durango community, will challenge ourselves in every aspect of school life through Dedication and Hard Work to ensure future Success.
School Rankings
Durango 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 Durango High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#554 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
44%
46%
Black
19%
12%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trailblazers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durango High School's ranking?
Durango High School is ranked #554 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Durango High School often compared to?
Durango High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durango High School?
The graduation rate of Durango High School is 84%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Durango High School?
2,322 students attend Durango High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Durango High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durango High School?
Durango High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Durango High School offer ?
Durango High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durango High School part of?
Durango High School is part of Clark County School District.
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