Serving 1,434 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 7% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,434 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Preparatory Institute J-shs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Preparatory Institute J-shs's student population of 1,434 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#612 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
64%
44%
Black
28%
12%
White
3%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #612 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?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Preparatory Institute J-shs?
The graduation rate of West Preparatory Institute J-shs is 95%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend West Preparatory Institute J-shs?
1,434 students attend West Preparatory Institute J-shs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Preparatory Institute J-shs students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does West Preparatory Institute J-shs offer ?
West Preparatory Institute J-shs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is West Preparatory Institute J-shs part of?
West Preparatory Institute J-shs is part of Clark County School District.
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