Serving 2,289 students in grades 9-12, Carson 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 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carson High School's student population of 2,289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carson 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 Carson High School is 0.59, 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
#404 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
47%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
44%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson High School's ranking?
Carson High School is ranked #404 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Carson High School often compared to?
Carson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carson High School?
The graduation rate of Carson High School is 92%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Carson High School?
2,289 students attend Carson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Carson High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson High School?
Carson High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Carson High School offer ?
Carson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carson High School part of?
Carson High School is part of Carson City School District.
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