Serving 661 students in grades 9-12, Boulder City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boulder City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Boulder City High School's student population of 661 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boulder City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boulder City High School is 0.43, 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
#108 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
16%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
74%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boulder City High School's ranking?
Boulder City High School is ranked #108 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boulder City High School?
The graduation rate of Boulder City High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Boulder City High School?
661 students attend Boulder City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Boulder City High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boulder City High School?
Boulder City High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Boulder City High School offer ?
Boulder City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Boulder City High School part of?
Boulder City High School is part of Clark County School District.
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