Serving 2,415 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 12% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,415 students
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durango High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Durango High School's student population of 2,415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.75, which is more 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
#484 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
42%
44%
Black
18%
12%
White
17%
29%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durango High School's ranking?
Durango High School is ranked #484 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 80%.
How many students attend Durango High School?
2,415 students attend Durango High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Durango High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Durango High School offer ?
Durango High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Durango High School part of?
Durango High School is part of Clark County School District.
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