Serving 18 students in grades 6-12, Mission High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 5:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mission High School's student population of 18 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mission High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
61%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
28%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
79%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mission High School?
The graduation rate of Mission High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mission High School?
18 students attend Mission High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mission High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission High School?
Mission High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Mission High School offer ?
Mission High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mission High School part of?
Mission High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission High School located?
Mission High School is located in the Downtown Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in Downtown Las Vegas.
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