Moapa Valley High School

2400 St Joseph St
Overton, NV 89040
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 568 students in grades 9-12, Moapa Valley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 568 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • : Moapa Valley High School serves the northeastern part of Overton, NV, encompassing an extensive attendance zone of approximately 1,992.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this area takes about 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being up to 42.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Moapa Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Moapa Valley High School's student population of 568 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1914
School Calendar

School Rankings

Moapa Valley High School 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 Moapa Valley High School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (NV)
#120 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

35-39%
30%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

65-69%
44%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
2%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
17%
46%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
12%

Showing 1989–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
77%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
3%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
23%
0.38

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

≥95%
81.4%

Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
43.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%

Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moapa Valley High School's ranking?
Moapa Valley High School is ranked #120 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moapa Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Moapa Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Moapa Valley High School?
568 students attend Moapa Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Moapa Valley High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moapa Valley High School?
Moapa Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moapa Valley High School offer ?
Moapa Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moapa Valley High School part of?
Moapa Valley High School is part of Clark County School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Ute. Perkins elementary school must be a great school. and it is a small school and gives the school five stars.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 568 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • : Moapa Valley High School serves the northeastern part of Overton, NV, encompassing an extensive attendance zone of approximately 1,992.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this area takes about 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being up to 42.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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