Serving 131 students in grades 9-12, Virginia City 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Virginia City High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 263.6 square miles around Virginia City, NV, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 17.2 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 29.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Virginia City High School's student population of 131 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Virginia City 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 Virginia City High School is 0.37, 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
#186 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
81%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Stay Strong! Stay Storey!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia City High School's ranking?
Virginia City High School is ranked #186 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Virginia City High School often compared to?
Virginia City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dayton High School, Carson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Virginia City High School?
The graduation rate of Virginia City High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Virginia City High School?
131 students attend Virginia City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Virginia City High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia City High School?
Virginia City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Virginia City High School offer ?
Virginia City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Virginia City High School part of?
Virginia City High School is part of Storey School District.
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