Serving 105 students in grades 6-12, Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs's student population of 105 students has grown by 208% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs 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 Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs is 0.64, 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
#324 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≤5%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
81%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs's ranking?
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs is ranked #324 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs?
The graduation rate of Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs is 5%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs?
105 students attend Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs?
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs offer ?
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs part of?
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs located?
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs 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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