Serving 106 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson's student population of 106 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson 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
#12 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
20%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
66%
29%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson's ranking?
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is ranked #12 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson?
106 students attend Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson offer ?
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson part of?
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson located?
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson is located in the Townsite neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Townsite.
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