Serving 1,276 students in grades 6-12, West Preparatory Institute J-shs 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 10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Preparatory Academy at Charlles I West Hall Sec serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Preparatory Institute J-shs's student population of 1,276 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,276 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Success, Nothing Less!
School Rankings
West Preparatory Institute J-shs 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 West Preparatory Institute J-shs is 0.49, 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
#604 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Preparatory Institute J-shs's ranking?
West Preparatory Institute J-shs is ranked #604 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are West Preparatory Institute J-shs often compared to?
West Preparatory Institute J-shsis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Walter Jhs Academy Of Int'l Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Preparatory Institute J-shs?
The graduation rate of West Preparatory Institute J-shs is 90-94%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend West Preparatory Institute J-shs?
1,276 students attend West Preparatory Institute J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of West Preparatory Institute J-shs students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Preparatory Institute J-shs?
West Preparatory Institute J-shs has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Preparatory Institute J-shs offer ?
West Preparatory Institute J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Preparatory Institute J-shs part of?
West Preparatory Institute J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is West Preparatory Institute J-shs located?
West Preparatory Institute J-shs is located in the West Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in West Las Vegas.
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