Serving 31 students in grades 6-12, Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs's student population of 31 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs ranks within the top 20% 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 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
36%
44%
Black
32%
12%
White
26%
29%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤5%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #113 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 26% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 80%.
How many students attend Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs?
31 students attend Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs offer ?
Juvenile Detention 6-12 J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
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.
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