Virgin Valley High School is a high school in Mesquite, Nevada under the jurisdiction of the Clark County School District.
Serving 765 students in grades 9-12, Virgin Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Virgin Valley High School serves the northeast part of Mesquite, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 394.8 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 29.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virgin Valley High School's student population of 765 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Rankings
Virgin Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virgin Valley High School is 0.56, 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
#396 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
51%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
43%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virgin Valley High School's ranking?
Virgin Valley High School is ranked #396 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Virgin Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Virgin Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Virgin Valley High School?
765 students attend Virgin Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Virgin Valley High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virgin Valley High School?
Virgin Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Virgin Valley High School offer ?
Virgin Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Virgin Valley High School part of?
Virgin Valley High School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
this school is crappy. I would not recommend going here. We need a new gym!
5 10/10/2025
Two out of five stars because it doesn''t have a nice gym is stupid. Look at the stats above. This school is great.
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