Desert Willow Sec serves 33 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
12%
44%
Black
15%
12%
White
64%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Desert Willow Sec?
33 students attend Desert Willow Sec.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Desert Willow Sec students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Asian.
What grades does Desert Willow Sec offer ?
Desert Willow Sec offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Desert Willow Sec part of?
Desert Willow Sec is part of Clark County School District.
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