Serving 121 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Southwest ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Southwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Nevada State High School Southwest's student population of 121 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Southwest ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevada State High School Southwest is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
23%
44%
Black
29%
12%
White
24%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
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 Southwest's ranking?
Nevada State High School Southwest is ranked #156 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Southwest?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Southwest is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Southwest?
121 students attend Nevada State High School Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Nevada State High School Southwest students are Black, 24% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Nevada State High School Southwest offer ?
Nevada State High School Southwest offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Nevada State High School Southwest part of?
Nevada State High School Southwest is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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