Serving 2,949 students in grades 9-12, Western High School 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 6% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western High School's student population of 2,949 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western High School is 0.42, 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
#682 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
75%
44%
Black
15%
12%
White
5%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western High School's ranking?
Western High School is ranked #682 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western High School?
The graduation rate of Western High School is 81%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Western High School?
2,949 students attend Western High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Western High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western High School?
Western High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Western High School offer ?
Western High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Western High School part of?
Western High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Western High School located?
Western High School is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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