Serving 24 students in grades 7-12, Jacobsen High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacobsen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jacobsen High School's student population of 24 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
8 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Motto
DCSD is EPIC!
School Rankings
Jacobsen High School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacobsen High School is 0.66, 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
#141 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
50%
46%
Black
4%
12%
White
29%
26%
Hawaiian
9%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacobsen High School's ranking?
Jacobsen High School is ranked #141 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacobsen High School?
The graduation rate of Jacobsen High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Jacobsen High School?
24 students attend Jacobsen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jacobsen High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Jacobsen High School offer ?
Jacobsen High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacobsen High School part of?
Jacobsen High School is part of Douglas School District.
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