Serving 156 students in grades 9-12, Virginia City High School ranks in the top 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Virginia City High School's student population of 156 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Virginia City High School ranks within the top 50% 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 0.36, 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
#273 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
78%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #273 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 80%.
How many students attend Virginia City High School?
156 students attend Virginia City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Virginia City High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Virginia City High School offer ?
Virginia City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Virginia City High School part of?
Virginia City High School is part of Storey County School District.
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