Minority enrollment was 60% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Adult Education
Total Students
n/a
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
44%
Black
40%
12%
White
40%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pershing Adult High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, and 20% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Pershing Adult High School offer ?
Pershing Adult High School offers enrollment in grades Adult Education
What school district is Pershing Adult High School part of?
Pershing Adult High School is part of Pershing County School District.
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