For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 765 students in Mesquite, NV.
The top-ranked public high school in Mesquite, NV is Virgin Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mesquite, NV public high school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Nevada public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Mesquite have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public high schools.
Mesquite, NV public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Nevada average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Virgin Valley High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nevada or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Mesquite, NV (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Virgin Valley High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
820 Valley View Dr
Mesquite, NV 89027
(702) 346-2780
Mesquite, NV 89027
(702) 346-2780
Gr: 9-12 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Mesquite, NV?
The top-ranked public high schools in Mesquite, NV include Virgin Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in Mesquite?
1 public high schools are located in Mesquite.
What is the racial composition of students in Mesquite?
Mesquite public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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