Serving 100 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson's student population of 100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson 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 Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is 0.54, 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
#86 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
19%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
65%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson's ranking?
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is ranked #86 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson often compared to?
Nevada State High School Downtown Hendersonis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Academy Sandy Ridge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson?
100 students attend Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson offer ?
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson part of?
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is part of State Sponsored Charter Schools.
In what neighborhood is Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson located?
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is located in the Townsite neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Townsite.
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