Robert McQueen High School is a public secondary school in Reno, Nevada, United States. It is part of the Washoe County School District.
Serving 1,727 students in grades 9-12, Robert Mcqueen High School 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 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert Mc Queen High School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 42 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Mcqueen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert Mcqueen High School's student population of 1,727 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1982
School Rankings
Robert Mcqueen High School 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 Robert Mcqueen High School is 0.63, 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
#182 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
29%
46%
Black
2%
12%
White
53%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lancers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Mcqueen High School's ranking?
Robert Mcqueen High School is ranked #182 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Robert Mcqueen High School often compared to?
Robert Mcqueen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reno High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert Mcqueen High School?
The graduation rate of Robert Mcqueen High School is 93%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Robert Mcqueen High School?
1,727 students attend Robert Mcqueen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Robert Mcqueen High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Mcqueen High School?
Robert Mcqueen High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert Mcqueen High School offer ?
Robert Mcqueen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Mcqueen High School part of?
Robert Mcqueen High School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert Mcqueen High School located?
Robert Mcqueen High School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.
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