Serving 80 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Sunrise 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Sunrise ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Nevada State High School Sunrise's student population of 80 students has grown by 110% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Sunrise ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevada State High School Sunrise is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
60%
44%
Black
14%
12%
White
10%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Sunrise's ranking?
Nevada State High School Sunrise is ranked #198 out of 692 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Sunrise?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Sunrise is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Sunrise?
80 students attend Nevada State High School Sunrise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Nevada State High School Sunrise students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Nevada State High School Sunrise offer ?
Nevada State High School Sunrise offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Nevada State High School Sunrise part of?
Nevada State High School Sunrise is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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